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Bereavement During a Course of TMS for MDD: A Case Report
Gregory M Peterson1, Karen Byrne2, Tae Dillon3
1Peterson, PhD, MBA, School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia.
Psychopharmacology Bulletin
|February 12, 2025
Summary
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) effectively treated major depressive disorder (MDD). However, TMS did not prevent normal sadness following a bereavement, highlighting the distinction between clinical depression and natural grief responses.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a prevalent mood disorder often treated with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
- Bereavement can trigger significant emotional distress, including sadness, which is a normal response to loss.
- Differentiating between pathological depression and natural grief is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

