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If you have postpartum depression and do not want to take medication, or cannot tolerate it, you still have evidence-based options. Therapy is a first-line treatment on its own for many cases, and for depression
Read MoreDepression in older adults is common, undertreated, and often harder to manage with medication alone because of drug interactions, slower metabolism, and side effects like falls and confusion. If you or a parent has tried
Read MoreWeight gain, emotional numbness, and sexual side effects are among the most common reasons people stop taking antidepressants. They are real, they are documented in large studies, and they are not a sign that you
Read MoreIf you need relief within days and can arrange a ride home twice a week, Spravato is usually the faster option. If you want to avoid another medication, need to drive yourself, and can commit
Read MoreMost adults who have tried two antidepressants without enough relief qualify for TMS. Here is the full list of who does and does not.
Read MoreShort answer: A standard TMS course runs five days a week for about six weeks, roughly 30 to 36 sessions, followed by a taper. Most people who respond begin noticing change somewhere between week two
Read MoreShort answer: The most common side effects of TMS are scalp discomfort at the treatment site and headache. Both are usually mild to moderate, tend to ease after the first week of treatment, and rarely
Read MoreWhat “anxious depression” means Anxious depression refers to major depressive disorder accompanied by prominent anxiety symptoms. It is a common presentation and is associated with a lower response to some antidepressants. TMS is FDA-cleared to
Read MoreIs TMS approved for OCD? Yes. TMS is FDA-cleared as an adjunct treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder in adults. It is used when standard treatments, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and exposure and response prevention (ERP)
Read MoreDoes UnitedHealthcare cover TMS? Yes. UnitedHealthcare covers TMS as medically necessary for treatment-resistant major depressive disorder, with prior authorization. Coverage follows UnitedHealthcare’s medical policy for transcranial magnetic stimulation. Key facts Updated August 2026 · Reviewed
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