10 Questions
Which type of stimulation has been used as an effective therapy for epilepsy and may also be useful in treating depression?
Stimulation of the vagus nerve via a chronically-implanted stimulator
Which stimulation approach is a well-established therapy for treatment-resistant depression?
Electroconvulsive shock
Which type of electrical stimulation has resulted in effective treatments for Parkinson's disease and epilepsy?
Localized electrical stimulation of specific sites within the brain
Which non-invasive stimulation approach is useful for reduction of nausea associated with motion sickness?
Acupressure
What type of electrical stimulation often employs electrical currents and is useful treatment for various pain syndromes?
Acupuncture stimulation in the periphery
Which of the following is a CNS stimulant used for excessive sleepiness?
Modafinil
Which CNS stimulant is no longer used for medical conditions but is abused?
Ecstasy (MDMA)
Which medication is described as having an 'unknown' mechanism of action within the central nervous system?
Amphetamines
Which CNS medication may be administered to treat attention deficit disorder?
Methylphenidate
Which CNS stimulant is used for narcolepsy?
Armodafinil
Explore the use of electrical stimulation in treating a variety of nervous system conditions, including movement disorders, psychiatric disorders, seizure disorders, and chronic pain syndromes. Learn how different neuronal networks in the brain compete to mediate the effects of these therapies.
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