What is the treatment for depression?
Today,electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)is primarily used to treat severe depression. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)has fewer side effects but is much less effective than is electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)for the treatment of depression. A lobotomy involves the severing of the corpus callosum.
How does Prozac work?
Tricyclic antidepressants work by blocking the reuptake of dopamine ,norepinephrine ,and serotonin. Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)work by selectively increasing the release of serotonin.
Does Tessa have antidepressants?
Tessa is severely depressed and has not responded to antidepressant medication.She is considering less conventional treatments.Her doctor describes to her the advantages and disadvantages associated with TMS and ECT.The advantages of TMS over ECT in treating depression do NOT include that TMS: A)has fewer side effects.