[Neural networks and clinical efficacy of transcranial brain stimulation in psychiatry]. / Neurale netwerken en klinische effecti­vi­teit van transcraniële hersenstimulatie in de psychiatrie.

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Non-invasive forms of brain stimulation, including transcranial magnetic stimulation and direct current stimulation, are increasingly being considered by clinicians as a somatic treatment option for psychiatric disorders. AIM: Review article on the history, efficacy transcranial brain stimulation in psychiatric disorders and the role of neural networks for improving clinical efficacy. METHOD: Review of scientific literature. RESULTS: Transcranial magnetic stimulation has been proven effective for the treatment of depression, but treatment efficacy varies widely for other psychiatric disorders. Transcranial direct current stimulation is still at an experimental stage, but results suggest that using weak currents can have positive effects. Neuroscience research provides tools for improving therapeutic outcomes based on neural network approaches. CONCLUSION: Transcranial brain stimulation grafted on network information appears to be a promising approach for enhancing therapeutic outcome in psychiatric disorders.