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Tackling Ethical Questions About Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

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Sep 9, 2025

Tackling Ethical Questions About Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Increased use of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) raises a number of ethical questions. Are health care providers doing enough to track adverse side effects? Are patients able to make informed decisions about TMS?