Shock Treatment

Shock treatment, also known as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), is a medical procedure used to treat certain mental health conditions like severe depression or bipolar disorder. It involves passing controlled electrical currents through the brain to induce a brief seizure. This process can help regulate brain chemistry, improve mood, and reduce symptoms when other treatments haven't been effective. ECT is performed under anesthesia with strict safety measures and is considered safe and effective for many patients, though it may cause temporary side effects like memory loss. It is typically used as a last resort after other therapies have failed.