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MRI-guided TMS reduces PTSD symptoms — Level A1 — A computer generated image of a brain surrounded by wires

MRI-guided TMS reduces PTSD symptomsCEFR A1

20 Apr 2026

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Adapted from Emory University, Futurity • CC BY 4.0

Photo by Bhautik Patel, Unsplash

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  • Researchers test TMS treatment for PTSD symptoms.
  • TMS uses magnetic pulses on the head.
  • The procedure is non-invasive brain stimulation technique.
  • It aims to calm the brain's fear centre.
  • MRI scans find precise places for stimulation.
  • Around fifty adults joined the clinical trial.
  • Most people came through a trauma project.
  • People were given either active or placebo treatment.
  • After two weeks many people felt better.
  • Improved symptoms lasted for at least six months.

Difficult words

  • researcher — person who studies and looks for new facts
    Researchers
  • treatment — medical care to help a sick person
  • symptom — sign or problem that shows an illness is present
    symptoms
  • magnetic — made with or using magnets or magnetism
  • non-invasive — does not cut the body or go inside
  • stimulation — action that moves or excites part of the body
  • placebo — inactive treatment given to compare with real treatment

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Discussion questions

  • Have you had an MRI scan?
  • Would you try a non-invasive treatment?
  • Have you felt better after two weeks of a treatment?

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