Posted by chiron on June 5, 2008, at 1:13:31
In reply to Same Depression Program As Above ECT Works 80%, posted by Phillipa on May 31, 2008, at 11:55:14
I've heard the 80% many times. I tend to believe it, and of course it is reflecting a short term response (which the medical community readily admits). It is usually only used for extreme cases that need a quick response.
It was a miracle for me. Pulled me out of a deep hole a couple of times, and quickly. Somehow the seizures "rebooted/balanced" my brain out. I wish I could always feel that good (maintenance wasn't too effective for me based on the pros/cons).
I've only heard of positive personal stories. A nurse that takes a 2hr drive once a month for maintenance, a woman that had a bad reaction to a med & it saved her from suicide, and a few people I witnessed in the hospital that turned around.
I had a few memory probs - but completely worth it. Sometimes just took some Advil & went to work the same day.
And I'm still as freakin smart as I was :) Continuing to move up in my Information Systems career.
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