Psychosurgery

Psychosurgery is a medical procedure that involves altering the brain to treat severe mental health disorders. Historically, it encompassed techniques like lobotomies, which were used to relieve symptoms of conditions such as depression and anxiety. Today, more precise methods, like deep brain stimulation, are employed, where electrodes are implanted to regulate brain activity. While psychosurgery can provide relief for some patients who haven't responded to other treatments, it is typically considered only after thorough evaluation and other options have been exhausted, due to its invasive nature and potential side effects.