Effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on suicidal behavior: A systematic review

The efficacy and tolerability of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in major depression is well-known and documented by existing studies. However, whether rTMS may be effective on suicidal behavior is unclear and needs to be further investigated. This systematic review is aimed to investigate the available literature about the effects of rTMS on suicidal behavior and provide a comprehensive overview of the available evidence. A...