The Applications of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation in Neuropsychiatric Research and Treatment
A special issue of Journal of Personalized Medicine (ISSN 2075-4426). This special issue belongs to the section "Methodology, Drug and Device Discovery".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 September 2025 | Viewed by 823
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cognitive neuroscience; rehabilitation; neuromodulation and neuroplasticity index revealed by neurophysiological techniques
Interests: neuropsychology; neurodegenerative disorders; cognitive rehabilitation
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Dear Colleagues,
The new frontiers in the treatment and rehabilitation of neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders are increasingly defined by the application of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques. These innovative methods, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), have demonstrated significant promise in modulating neural activity, promoting neuroplasticity, and improving brain connectivity. By enhancing the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new connections, these techniques offer a powerful means of addressing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral dysfunctions associated with various neuropsychiatric conditions. Furthermore, the ability of non-invasive brain stimulation to target specific neural circuits presents a unique opportunity to personalize treatment strategies, tailoring interventions to the individual needs of each patient.
In recent years, personalized medicine has emerged as a central concept in the field of neuropsychiatry, providing a more targeted and individualized approach to treatment. This approach recognizes that each patient’s neurophysiological profile—shaped by factors such as genetics, brain structure, and functional connectivity—can significantly influence their response to therapeutic interventions. By incorporating these personalized profiles into treatment planning, clinicians can optimize the efficacy of non-invasive brain stimulation, ensuring that each patient receives the most appropriate and effective intervention for their specific condition. This shift towards personalized treatments not only holds promise for improving patient outcomes but also offers a more holistic understanding of the complex mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders. Ultimately, integrating personalized medicine with advanced neurostimulation techniques could revolutionize the way we approach the treatment and rehabilitation of neurological and psychiatric conditions, providing more precise, effective, and individualized care.
This Special Issue aims to present cutting-edge research in Clinical Neurophysiology and Neuromodulation and the use of the latest brain science approaches in the above fields, especially those that incorporate the concept of non-invasive brain stimulation in neuropsychiatric and neuropsychological disturbances.
Original research papers, methodology papers, and review papers are of high interest.
Dr. Caterina Formica
Dr. Viviana Lo Buono
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- neuroscience
- non-invasive brain stimulation
- rehabilitation
- neuropsychiatric
- neurophysiology
- neuropsychology
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