ECT

abbr. electroconvulsive therapy

ECT

abbreviation for (Psychiatry) electroconvulsive therapy

ECT

electroconvulsive therapy.

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Noun

ECT - the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and comaelectroconvulsive therapy, electroshock, electroshock therapyelectric healing, electrical healing, electrotherapy, galvanism - the therapeutic application of electricity to the body (as in the treatment of various forms of paralysis)shock therapy, shock treatment - treatment of certain psychotic states by the administration of shocks that are followed by convulsions

Translations

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ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy)

(dreams)

Among the many topics explored by sleep scientists is the effect of extreme abuse to the central nervous systems caused by drug overdose, electroshock therapy, and other traumas. Researchers have found that such inquiries significantly increase rapid eye movement (REM) sleep (the period of sleep associated with the most vivid dreams) for prolonged periods of time.

It has been theorized that increased REM time is correlated with physiological healing processes, specifically with intensified neuronal protein synthesis. A more psychological explanation might be that survivors of such shocks need more dream time in which to sort out their trauma.

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electroconvulsive therapy

(ECT) [e-lek″tro-kon-vul´siv] a treatment for mental disorders in which an electric current is used to produce convulsions. It is used primarily to treat depression" >depression or the depressive phase of bipolar disorder" >bipolar disorder; it has also been used to treat some forms of schizophrenia" >schizophrenia and acute mania" >mania. This method does not provide the patient with any insight; therefore antidepressants" >antidepressants are the treatment of first choice for depressed persons. However, those who do not respond to medication or are unable to take it often experience dramatic improvement after electroconvulsive therapy. Formerly called electroshock therapy.
The procedure begins with administration of an intravenous anesthetic such as methohexital or thiopental to induce general anesthesia and a muscle relaxant such as succinylcholine to prevent a peripheral seizure that could carry the risk of bodily injury. Electric current is then applied unilaterally to the brain through an electrode placed on the skull. The goal is to produce a seizure in the central nervous system without causing any of the frightening manifestations of a grand mal seizure; modern techniques using EEG recordings while administering ECT make this possible. Side effects occasionally include acute confusional state upon recovery from general anesthesia, which may last up to an hour. There may be a loss of memory, particularly of recent events. Basic principles of preoperative and postoperative nursing care apply.

ECT

Abbreviation for electroconvulsive therapy, electroshock therapy.

ECT

abbr. electroconvulsive therapy

ECT

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ECT

Electroconvulsive therapy, see there.

ECT

Abbreviation for electrochemotherapy;electroconvulsive therapy;energy conservation techniques.

ECT

See ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY.

ECT

Electroconvulsive therapy sometimes is used to treat depression or mania when pharmaceutical treatment fails.Mentioned in: Bipolar Disorder

ECT

Abbreviation for electroconvulsive therapy; electroshock therapy.

Patient discussion about ECT

Q. What is the ECT method of treatment for depression? I have a friend who is suffering from major depression and is now about to start ECT treatment. What exactly is that?A. ECT is the electroshock therapy for treating severe depression that does not heal with medication trials. In this treatment, an electric shock is induced, in levels that are not by any means risking the patient’s life. It has been proven to be of great effectiveness in people with refractory depression (meaning that drugs no longer have a therapeutic effect) and is saved as a “last resort”.

Q. What are the side effects of electroconvulsive therapy for depression? My sister is about to have electroconvulsive therapy for treating her severe depression. Is this method safe to use? What are the side effects?A. Known side effects of ECT include mainly short-term memory loss, disorientation and headaches. Other adverse effects are common, as are long-term memory and other neurocognitive deficits, which may persist. The American Psychiatric Association and the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence have concluded that the evidence they had suggested that the procedure, when administered according to their standards and without complications, does not cause brain damage in adults.

Q. HOW CAN ENERGIES AFFECT THE HEALING OF THE BODY?CHI, ELOPTIC, YOU'R SEVEN SHOCKERS ECT POSITIVE OR NEGITIVE? ENERGIES WE EXPRESS AND RECIEVE TO AND FROM OTHERSA. Chinese medicine and alternatives should be approached with caution, but that said, a modality that has been around for over 3,000 years must have benefits. The practitioner may possibly be a bit more suspect. Then again, nothing ventured, nothing gained. If you haven’t any experience with it, how can one have a legitimate opinion?
Remember, a hundred years ago, our very own “Doctors” cured with leaches and such… it wasn’t until they pooled their resources together and lobbied the government for the right to the name of “Doctor or Medical Practitioner”. That’s it. No science, just lobbying the politicians….

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noun the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma

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