TITLE:
Research Progress on the Application of Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Major Depressive Disorder with Suicidal Ideation
AUTHORS:
Feiyan Wang, Tianyuan Ming, Daqing Guo, Hongyan Yang, Qingquan Wang, Yuliang Wu
KEYWORDS:
Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Suicidal Ideation, Major Depressive Disorder
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Social Sciences,
Vol.14 No.6,
June
30,
2026
ABSTRACT: Major depressive disorder (MDD) comorbid with suicidal ideation (SI) is a critical risk factor for suicidal behavior. Conventional antidepressant treatments have a slow onset of action and fail to meet the clinical need for rapid reduction of suicide risk. Accelerated transcranial magnetic stimulation (aTMS), by shortening treatment cycles and accelerating symptom rlief, offers a novel interventional strategy for this patient population. This article systematically reviews the application of accelerated TMS in MDD with suicidal ideation, focusing on its efficacy, underlying mechanisms, targeting challenges, and safety profile, aiming to inform rapid and safe intervention strategies for this group.