The Future of Suicidal Depression Treatment.

The Stanford neuromodulation therapy (SNT) protocol, a new approach to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for treatment-resistant depression, has shown promising results in treating high-acuity psychiatric emergencies. The protocol uses a new form of stimulation called theta-burst stimulation, which compresses the entire FDA-approved theta-burst course from 6 weeks into a single day. The treatment has been shown to be effective in people who failed electroconvulsive therapy and can be personalized to an individual's needs. However, more research is needed to determine the ideal protocol and maintenance treatment for long-term success. The treatment is not yet widely available but may become more accessible in the future.