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Return To Depression Article Archive   Experimental Treatments for Depression - How Experimental Treatments for Depression Work By Jean Helmet Most of us are aware of the medications, types of psychotherapy, and medical procedures such as ECT - Electroconvulsive Therapy. There are experimental treatments that can be done and these are typically reserved to treat those whose depression is resistant to other treatments or those whose depression is very severe. Deep Brain Stimulation is used for treatment resistant depression. This treatment requires two separate surgeries. The first surgery is on the brain. An anesthetic is given to numb the area to be operated on. The patient remains awake and this is important for communication with the surgeon as various areas of the brain are stimulated. Two holes are drilled into the skull and electrodes are placed in the brain. The second surgery is the implantation of a neurotransmitter in the chest. Wires are placed under the skin and guided to and connected to the battery operated neurotransmitter. There are some very serious after effects that include bleeds on the brain, infections, delirium, and unwanted mood changes. Movement disorders can occur as can light headedness and insomnia. TMS - Transcranial Stimulation is performed by passing a magnetized coil over the scalp. The current passed right through the skull. This procedure actually has the potential to becoming a very precise and beneficial procedure. MST - Magnetic Seizure Therapy is another procedure. This is done by using rTMS - Repetitive Transcranial Stimulation as mentioned above to induce electroconvulsive therapy type seizures. This is said to release chemicals in the brain that are related to mood. These therapies are experimental and some as yet may not be approved by the FDA - Food and Drug Administration. Though experimental they are available in only limited areas. Consult with your physician before considering any of these types of experimental treatments for Depression. Depression is very common and most have suffered with it at some point in their lifetime. The important thing to remember is that Depression can be treated and you can lead a normal life once it's stabilized and treated. Reach for help if you need to, it is nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed of. There is help and treatment. There is hope as always. We have found a pure natural depression supplement that can also help with anxiety and overall general well being. To learn more about the product we use with excellent health results, especially when it comes to improving anxiety and depression, be sure to check out - http://www.depression-product-selection.com Jean Helmet is the manager and content editor of various health websites. Her latest addition is Natural Depression Alleviation keywords: Experimental Treatments for Depression Antidepressant Withdrawal

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