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Oct 2024
10m 46s

Treatment Dilemmas: ECT for Depressed Te...

Psychopharmacology Institute
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In this episode, we explore the controversial use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in adolescents with severe depression and suicidality. We discuss a study examining ECT's effectiveness, factors influencing outcomes, and its potential as a treatment option. Is ECT a viable last resort for treatment-resistant depression in teens?

Faculty: David Rosenberg, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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