Which of the following experimental treatments for clinical depression is noninvasive?

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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a noninvasive technique that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. It has been shown to effectively treat clinical depression in some individuals.

Option B, deep brain stimulation, involves surgically implanting electrodes in the brain, making it an invasive treatment. Option C, prefrontal lobotomy, is an outdated, invasive surgical procedure that involves removing or severing certain parts of the frontal lobe of the brain.

Option D, ketamine, is a medication that can effectively treat depression, but it requires injections or infusions, which can be considered invasive. Option E, iproniazid, is an older medication that was used to treat depression, but is no longer commonly prescribed due to concerns about its side effects.

Which of the Following Experimental Treatments for Clinical Depression Is