Surgical treatment for mental illness

Surgical treatment for mental illness involves procedures aimed at altering brain functions to alleviate severe symptoms. One approach is neurosurgery, such as deep brain stimulation, where electrodes are implanted in specific brain areas to regulate mood and behavior. Another method, now rare, is lobotomy, which involves removing parts of the brain to reduce symptoms but can lead to significant side effects. These surgeries are typically considered only when other treatments, like medication and therapy, have failed, and the patient's quality of life is seriously affected. They are performed by specialized medical professionals in controlled settings.