How is depression evaluated?
Depression is a multidimensional condition that can affect mood, interest and pleasure, energy, sleep, appetite, attention, and daily functioning. In the evaluation, along with the duration and severity of symptoms, factors that may affect the presentation—such as the possibility of bipolar disorder, trauma, medications used, sleep disorders, and thyroid, B12-folate, or iron deficiencies—are also reviewed.
What did the human study on bioresonance show?
In a study of 140 people published in 2021, patients were monitored in bioresonance, bioresonance + antidepressant, and antidepressant-only groups. The study was not randomized and placebo-controlled. At the end of five weeks, Hamilton Depression Rating Scale scores decreased in all three groups; the mean changes were approximately 3.1, 3.8, and 2.3 points, respectively.
This result is not sufficient to prove that bioresonance is an effective treatment for depression. Due to the lack of randomization of groups, the absence of a placebo control, short follow-up, and the lack of independent replication, the certainty of evidence is low. The study can only be considered an early signal for better-designed research.
Primary treatment options
Psychotherapy, regular physical activity, sleep schedule, social support, and, when necessary, antidepressant treatment are the fundamental components of depression management. In moderate-to-severe depression, thoughts of self-harm, psychotic symptoms, or rapid deterioration, psychiatric evaluation is a priority.
The role of bioresonance
If bioresonance is preferred, it should be addressed not as a replacement for an existing psychotherapy or medication plan, but as a complementary application for targets such as sleep, stress, energy, and daily functioning. Its contribution should be monitored not only by subjective session feelings, but by predetermined clinical and functional criteria.
Our approach at our Bodrum clinic
In mood complaints, we evaluate sleep, stress, nutrition, hormonal and metabolic factors, along with medications used together. If bioresonance is considered, we clearly state the level of evidence, maintain standard treatments, and monitor the contribution with measurable goals.
References
- Muresan D, et al. Bioresonance therapy may treat depression. J Med Life. 2021;14(2):238-242. PubMed
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Depression in adults: treatment and management (NG222).
