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Original Research
Prim Care Companion CNS Disord
February 2026
Effect of Daylight Duration on Outcomes of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Treatment-Resistant Depression
PCC CNS Disord 2026;28(1):10.4088/PCC.25m04079
Full Article
Read the complete peer-reviewed article in Prim Care Companion CNS Disord.
PCC CNS Disord 2026;28(1):10.4088/PCC.25m04079
FAQ
Does the amount of daylight during treatment affect how well rTMS works for treatment-resistant depression?
10 questions
Key Takeaways
This cohort reflects a highly treatment-resistant population: all 151 patients had failed 4 or more antidepressant medications from at least 2 classes and unsuccessful psychotherapy, so the null daylight finding was observed in a clinically difficult-to-treat sample.
6 takeaways
Clinical Guide
How should clinicians use seasonal daylight information when scheduling a full rTMS course for treatment-resistant depression?
5 steps