Is It Likely That Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Will Replace Electroconvulsive

question 201

Multiple Choice

Is it likely that transcranial magnetic stimulation will replace electroconvulsive therapy as a treatment for depression?

• A) Yes; transcranial magnetic stimulation is much easier to administer.
• B) No; the two involve different mechanisms and treat different kinds of patients.
• C) No; transcranial magnetic stimulation has no effect on depression.
• D) Yes; transcranial magnetic stimulation is more effective than electroconvulsive therapy.

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