Psychology

Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (tACS) and Its Role in Schizophrenia: A Scoping Review

V. S. Sreeraj, H. Pathak, et al.

Discover the intriguing effects of transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) on schizophrenia. This scoping review by Vanteemar S Sreeraj, Harsh Pathak, and Ganesan Venkatasubramanian highlights promising reductions in hallucinations and delusions, as well as improvements in cognitive deficits. Don't miss the potential of this innovative research!

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Abstract

This scoping review examines the literature on transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) protocols used in schizophrenia and their effects. Fourteen studies were included, five of which were randomized controlled trials. tACS showed good tolerability with mild, transient side effects. Results suggest potential reductions in hallucinations and delusions using alpha tACS, and improvements in negative and cognitive deficits with theta and gamma tACS. However, larger, rigorous studies are needed to confirm these preliminary findings.

Publisher

Current Psychiatry Reports

Published On

May 22, 2023

Authors

Vanteemar S Sreeraj, Harsh Pathak, Ganesan Venkatasubramanian

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