Date of Award
1-1-2020
Document Type
Open Access Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Department
School of Public Health
First Advisor
Joseph Solomon
Abstract
After preliminary review of relevant research articles, the thesis was able to gain a deeper understanding of neurotechnological interventions (e.g. deep brain stimulation, and other neurostimulators), specifically in regards to their use in treatment of motor conditions (e.g. Parkinson’s, Epilepsy, etc.) and for some psychological disorders (e.g. depression, other mood disorders, etc.). A scoping review was conducted on a specific class of treatments used for particular conditions: invasive neurotechnological treatments for mood disorders. The reasoning behind this specified approach was due to the lack standardized policies and regulations in place for invasive neurotechnological interventions used for treatment of mood disorders – in contrast to more policies and regulations for non-invasive interventions. Therefore, the scoping review will attempt to cover research available based on other certain attributes, such as: current regulations (e.g. FDA guidelines and CMS rules), economic considerations, and any legal or ethical implications. Last, from such review, the thesis will attempt to propose a recommended public health response to these treatments. It is hoped that adoption of public health safeguards can ensure ethical and effective application of invasive neurotechnological treatments for mood disorders.
Recommended Citation
Lugones, Joel, "Review Of Neurotechnological Interventions: A Need For A Recommended Public Health Response" (2020). Public Health Theses. 1968.
https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/ysphtdl/1968
Comments
This is an Open Access Thesis.