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Learn about ect, electroconvulsive therapy, shock therapy for depression, depressive illnesses.

Welcome to Shocked! 40,000 Volts of Fun. Even though I sometimes take a lighthearted approach to the issue of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), I consider it a serious issue, often shrouded in misinformation.

You will find information that is pro and con to the topic of ECT. I leave it to you to weed through the materials and choose for yourself. I hope that you find this information useful, and if you are considering ECT, you will have made an informed choice. As an ECT survivor, I wish you the best, and a full recovery from the beast known as mental illness.

studies and statistics

Studies and statistics about ECT. From the medical journals, independent studies and raw data....go straight to the source.

media

Media articles about ECT: The USA Today series, Washington Post, and other articles from the mainstream press. Now includes multimedia!

offical statements

Official statements on ECT: from the APA, the National Conference Consensus Statement, FDA, CTIP and more.

news

What's in the news? The Clinton Administration on ECT, lawsuit settlements, forced ECT.

Sex, lies and eegs

Sex, lies and eegs. Okay, kidding about the sex. But read these articles about what's true and what's not about ECT.

the brain

Brain damage is the most hotly debated topic concerning ECT. Does it, or does it not, cause brain damage?

miscellaneous

Other writings on ECT, from MDs, activists and survivors.

links

Links to other pages on electroconvulsive therapy, pro and con.

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