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Electroconvulsive Therapy in the Modern Age

October 2011
Yes, we still do electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). But fortunately there has been a great deal of progress in the way in which ECT is practiced.

This treatment has been with us for over 70 years and it still retains its place as the most effective antidepressant available. During its history there have been several revolutionary changes to ECT practice.