Utilizing repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in the management of gambling disorder in Indonesia: protocol for a pilot and feasibility study.

ABSTRACT: Gambling disorder (GD) has emerged as a significant concern in Indonesia, particularly due to the rise in internet-based gambling during the pandemic and the limited availability of treatment options and support services for affected individuals. This issue has had profound impacts on individuals, their families, and society as a whole. Research has demonstrated that cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for GD. Additionally, as a relatively novel intervention, several studies have explored the efficacy of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in addiction management, specifically in reducing cravings. This study aims to determine the potential effectiveness and feasibility of combining these two modalities within the Indonesian population. A pilot stud

SUBMITTER: Siste K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12447642 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature