Knowledge and attitudes about transcranial magnetic stimulation among psychiatrists in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a noninvasive form of brain stimulation. It has been used in many mental health institutions to treat mental disorders worldwide. However, comprehensive knowledge about rTMS is not yet widespread among psychiatrists. The present study assessed psychiatrists' knowledge and attitudes about rTMS in China and investigated related factors.

Methods

A quantitative observational cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey. The sample consisted of 522 psychiatrists. Multinomial logistic regression and multiple linear regression analyses were used to explore factors that contributed to psychiatrists' knowledge about rTMS. We also ascertained psychiatrists' attitudes about rTMS and provide recommendations

SUBMITTER: Deng J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7444247 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature