TMS for Schizophrenia / Voices
TMS for Schizophrenia Voices
Living with the persistent and often distressing nature of auditory hallucinations ("hearing voices") can be an overwhelming challenge. For individuals with schizophrenia who have not found complete relief from traditional medications, there is an innovative and non-invasive path forward.
At Shore Clinical TMS & Wellness Center, we offer advanced TMS for schizophrenia—a targeted therapy that uses gentle magnetic pulses to calm the areas of the brain responsible for auditory processing, helping to reduce voices and improve daily life.
Understanding Schizophrenia and Hearing Voices
Schizophrenia is a complex mental health condition that affects millions worldwide. The symptoms may include:
- Delusions
- Disorganized thinking
- Auditory verbal hallucinations (“hearing voices”)
About 70% of individuals with schizophrenia experience these hallucinations, which can be both distressing and disruptive. While medications such as clozapine are commonly prescribed, many patients continue to struggle with symptoms. In such cases, exploring TMS for schizophrenia as an alternative or adjunctive therapy may offer a promising solution.
Why Choose TMS for Schizophrenia
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) has shown promise in reducing treatment-resistant symptoms, particularly auditory hallucinations and negative symptoms.
Key benefits include:
- Non-invasive and drug-free: No surgery or systemic medications required.
- Targeted approach: Focused stimulation of brain regions involved in auditory processing.
- Minimal side effects: Most patients experience little to no downtime.
Recent studies highlight the effectiveness of TMS for schizophrenia, showing significant improvements in voice frequency and severity, along with better mood and cognitive function.
How TMS for Schizophrenia Works at Shore Clinical TMS & Wellness Center in South Jersey
The science behind TMS treatment for schizophrenia is centered on restoring balance to the brain's neural activity.
At Shore Clinical TMS & Wellness Center, our process is personalized for each patient:
- Brain Mapping: We first identify the precise location of the temporoparietal junction and prefrontal cortex—areas linked to auditory processing.
- Targeted Stimulation: During a session, a magnetic coil is placed over this area to deliver gentle, repetitive magnetic pulses.
- Restoring Balance: These pulses help modulate and calm the overactive neural pathways believed to generate auditory hallucinations.
This personalized TMS protocol for schizophrenia is designed to reduce the intensity of voices and improve your overall quality of life.
Contact Shore Clinical TMS & Wellness Center today to learn more about TMS treatment for schizophrenia. Schedule a consultation and explore how this innovative therapy could help you or a loved one.