脑机接口技术加持，抑郁症患者大脑被“解锁”

Group 1 - The technology opens new avenues for treating refractory mental illnesses, including treatment-resistant depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and tic disorders [1][3] - A case study from Ruijin Hospital highlights a 32-year-old patient with a 16-year history of depression who benefited from a novel therapy combining deep brain stimulation (DBS) and brain-computer interface (BCI) technology [1] - The innovative treatment involves the implantation of two electrodes with 16 stimulation contacts into the brain's emotional circuit, allowing for precise modulation and breaking the cycle of depression [1][3] Group 2 - The DBS combined with BCI technology is a minimally invasive intervention that avoids the memory loss associated with electroconvulsive therapy and the side effects of long-term medication [3] - This new therapy has already been clinically applied to over 30 cases, providing a new option for treatment-resistant depression patients [3] - Depression is increasingly recognized as a significant mental health issue, particularly among younger populations, with a reported prevalence of 15% to 20% among adolescents in China [3]