Decline in availability and use of electroconvulsive therapy for depression

Tuesday, November 20, 2012 - 17:30 in Health & Medicine

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is considered the most effective treatment option for patients with severe depression who cannot find symptom relief through antidepressant medications or psychotherapy. In a new study, researchers found a sharp decline in the availability and use of ECT in general hospitals across the US.

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