electroconvulsivetherapy

electroconvulsivetherapy
e·lec·tro·con·vul·sive therapy (ĭ-lĕk'trō-kən-vŭlʹsĭv) n. Abbr. ECT
Administration of electric current to the brain through electrodes placed on the head in order to induce seizure activity in the brain, used in the treatment of certain mental disorders, especially severe depression. Also called electroshock, electroshock therapy.

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  • History of electroconvulsive therapy in the United Kingdom — Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT, in the past sometimes called electric convulsion therapy or electroplexy) is a controversial psychiatric treatment in which seizures are induced with electricity.Carney S and Geddes J (2003) Editorial:… …   Wikipedia

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