Home Brain Stimulation Headset Shows Promise in Treating Depression

A new study reveals that a headset using transcranial direct current stimulation could significantly reduce depression symptoms when used at home.

The study involved 174 adults with clinical depression who were treated using a Flow Neuroscience headset over a 10-week period.
Participants using the active headset experienced a remission rate of 44.9%, compared to 21.8% in the placebo group.
The non-invasive technique, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), stimulates brain areas linked to depression with a weak electrical current.
Researchers noted the treatment's effectiveness and safety, with no serious side effects reported.
Experts suggest this could provide a new alternative for patients not responding to traditional antidepressants or therapy.