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What is electroconvulsive therapy? how does it work?
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ECT: Electroconvulsive therapy is basically giving small electrical shocks to your brain. It is kind of like pushing a 'reset' button for your brain. Your doctor can tell you more about it in regards to if it will be beneficial to your condition
Answered 9/28/2016
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