Electric shock therapy

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), often called electric shock therapy, is a medical treatment for certain mental health conditions, primarily severe depression, where controlled electric currents are passed through the brain to trigger brief seizures. This process is done under anesthesia and with muscle relaxants to ensure comfort and safety. ECT can help improve mood, thinking, and behavior when other treatments haven’t worked. The therapy is carefully monitored by healthcare professionals and typically administered in a series of sessions. While it may sound intense, ECT is a well-established, effective option for specific psychiatric conditions.