ECT Therapy

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a medical procedure performed under general anesthesia, involving the administration of small electric currents to intentionally induce a brief seizure in the brain. This process is believed to bring about changes in brain chemistry that can rapidly alleviate symptoms of certain mental health conditions.

ECT is often considered when other treatments have been unsuccessful, and it has shown effectiveness when the full course of treatment is completed. However, it is important to note that ECT may not be effective for everyone.

Many of the concerns and stigma surrounding ECT stem from early treatments where high doses of electricity were administered without anesthesia, resulting in memory loss, fractures, and other severe side effects.

Today, ECT is significantly safer. While it may still carry some Minor side effects, the procedure is conducted in a controlled setting using electric currents at lower levels to maximize benefits and minimize risks.