They used transcerebral magnetic stimulation (TMS) of the brain.
Briefly about research writes TASS. Scientists themselves say that the new technique can be used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder.
During transcerebral magnetic stimulation experts used magnetic signals of different frequencies. It is possible to increase or decrease the activity of different parts of the brain. In essence, these signals generate the pulses of electricity, changes the nature of the work of the nerve cells in a certain area.
Scientists explained that when playing a particular memory, it some time is the condition in which it can be changed. The researchers found that this phase takes place in one of the regions of the prefrontal cortex. It is possible to work with the help of TMS. In the experiment, scientists tried to “erase” the volunteers have a bad memory, especially obtained during the experiment (punch shock). The experiment was successful.
