319: Lighting Up The Brain – Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation With Suzanne Jessee

319: Lighting Up The Brain – Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation With Suzanne Jessee

Imagine a world where magnets help lift the fog of depression and addiction. That's exactly what Suzanne Jessee, CEO and founder of Anew Era TMS, is bringing to the table with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). This episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast dives into how TMS is offering hope to those battling treatment-resistant depression, a common companion to addiction. Using MRI magnet technology, TMS targets the mood centre of the brain to stimulate neurons and wake them up.

It's like giving your brain a gentle nudge to get back to work. Suzanne explains how TMS is not about ditching medication but enhancing its effectiveness. It's a non-invasive treatment that fits into your daily routine without major disruption. Imagine popping into a cosy chair for a session and feeling like a chicken is pecking at your head – but in a good way!

With no significant side effects, except maybe a mild headache, patients find themselves sleeping better and thinking more clearly. The podcast also touches on the broader applications of TMS, from anxiety to PTSD and even smoking cessation. While insurance currently requires patients to try multiple medications first, Suzanne hopes TMS will soon be a frontline treatment. The conversation highlights the exciting potential of this technology, which has been used in Europe for over two decades.

Duane Osterlind hosts this engaging chat with Suzanne, exploring how TMS can be a game-changer for those in recovery. If you're curious about how magnets can light up your brain and offer relief, this episode is well worth your time.