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Enoch Ng1,2
1University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
JAACAP Open
|April 6, 2026
Summary
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) shows promising results for adolescents with moderate to severe depression. A large study found TMS effective, similar to adult treatment outcomes, prompting questions about its optimal use in youth.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Moderate to severe depression is a significant challenge in adolescent mental health.
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an emerging treatment option for depression.

