The Untold Risks of TMS: Jordan Hanson's Journey

About this episode

Jordan Hanson shares her journey with TMS, discussing its risks and the importance of patient advocacy.

Keywords TMS, transcranial magnetic stimulation, brain injury, mental health, medical gaslighting, patient advocacy, chronic illness, technology in healthcare, self-care, mindfulness Summary In this conversation, Jordan Hanson shares her personal journey with transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a procedure intended to treat mental health issues. She discusses the initial excitement about the treatment, the subsequent negative effects she experienced, and the challenges of navigating the medical system. The conversation highlights the importance of patient advocacy, community support, and the role of technology in managing health. Jordan emphasizes the need for awareness and understanding of the risks associated with TMS and the importance of self-care and mindfulness in coping with chronic illness. Takeaways TMS is a procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate brain activity. Jordan experienced significant negative effects from TMS, including brain injury symptoms. Medical gaslighting is a common issue faced by patients seeking help. Community support is crucial for those dealing with chronic illness. Technology, including AI, can assist in managing health and…

People in this episode

Guest: Jordan Hanson

Topics covered

• TMS
• transcranial magnetic stimulation
• mental health
• patient advocacy
• chronic illness
• technology in healthcare
• self-care
• mindfulness

Keywords

• brain injury
• medical gaslighting
• community support

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Untold Risks of TMS: Jordan Hanson's Journey, The Hidden Risks of TMS: A Personal Journey Navigating the Medical Maze: Jordan's TMS Experience

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