Posted by bob on May 16, 2000, at 14:52:06
In reply to Re: Thanks, Mark, posted by Chris A. on May 16, 2000, at 11:05:21
One of the problems of even groups like Babble, where we usually see a pretty even-handed account of any treatment (or at least as many positive as negatives), is that there are still some issues on which we only hear the bad news from folks who've had disasters.
Like medlib said, you have every right to choose your own treatment -- it's the flipside of YMMV. If that acronym is true, then we have to respect each others choices.
A friend of mine has, a number of times, suggested that I try ECT. I've done some research. I've read the reassurances, and I've read about the modern nightmares as well. When it comes down to the heart of the matter, however, even if my "rational, logical" mind landed in favor of ECT's safety -- well, quite frankly, I'm just too damned scared of it to make a calm, rational judgment about it.
So, maybe you could teach the rest of us by sharing some of your experiences as you go through the treatment -- if you feel up to it.
thanks,
bob
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