Benefits of TMS vs other therapies

It is a drug-free treatment and can be used safely in combination with your current treatment regimen
It may work faster to improve mood, understanding and everyday function compared to antidepressants and psychological therapy
It has a shorter treatment time of 4-6 weeks compared to antidepressants and psychological therapy, which range from a few months to lifelong
It is not invasive and doesn’t require admission to hospital or anaesthesia like ECT does
It can be more effective than medication and is recommended for patients who have not responded to antidepressants
Does not have the side effects associated with antidepressants and ECT
TMS can be stopped at any time, there are no withdrawal symptoms