Network-targeted TMS modulates nicotine craving and default mode network connectivity in psychotic disorders

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the relationship between nicotine use, craving, and psychosis, and to identify a novel intervention target.
• Utilized network-targeted transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
• Examined its effects on nicotine craving
• Analyzed default mode network connectivity in participants with psychotic disorders
• Engaging the network target significantly reduced nicotine craving
• Altered default mode network connectivity was observed
• Supports the idea of using TMS as an intervention for nicotine use in psychosis

Abstract