The impact of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on anxiety and cognitive function in generalized anxiety disorder: a comprehensive review

Q3 Psychology

Journal of Affective Disorders Reports Pub Date : 2025-07-01 DOI:10.1016/j.jadr.2025.100945

Xuan Zhang , Xiaodong Chen , Leijun Li, Xiuhua Wu, Jiaxin Huang, Xin Qin, Qinsheng Chen, Hongyun Zhou, Jiong Tao, Jihui Wang

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Abstract

Anxiety disorder is one of the major health burdens in the world, and most of the patients have significantly impaired social function, which seriously affects their quality of life. Currently, conventional treatment methods include medication and psychotherapy. However, due to the limitations of these treatments and the lack of response in some patients, finding effective alternative treatment options has become urgent. Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a relatively non-invasive and safe physical therapy, has been increasingly recommended for anxiety disorders in recent years. Nevertheless, the therapeutic effects, optimal stimulation sites, and stimulation parameters remain unclear. This article aims to provide a systematic review of the current state of rTMS treatment for generalized anxiety disorder(GAD), offering new perspectives for identifying more effective and personalised adjunctive options.

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反复经颅磁刺激对广泛性焦虑障碍患者焦虑和认知功能的影响：综述

焦虑障碍是世界上主要的健康负担之一，大多数患者的社会功能明显受损，严重影响其生活质量。目前，传统的治疗方法包括药物治疗和心理治疗。然而，由于这些治疗的局限性和一些患者缺乏反应，寻找有效的替代治疗方案已成为当务之急。重复性经颅磁刺激（rTMS）是一种相对无创、安全的物理治疗方法，近年来越来越多地被推荐用于治疗焦虑症。然而，治疗效果、最佳刺激部位和刺激参数仍不清楚。本文旨在对rTMS治疗广泛性焦虑障碍（GAD）的现状进行系统回顾，为确定更有效和个性化的辅助选择提供新的视角。

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