Karina is diagnosed with severe depression. Her psychiatrist has prescribed many medications and psychotherapy, none of which have helped to alleviate her depression. Karina's psychiatrist is now recommending __________.

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a procedure that involves sending an electric current through the brain, causing a controlled seizure to take place. It has been found to be effective in treating severe depression when other treatments have failed. Prefrontal lobotomy (A) and trephining (C) are outdated and unethical procedures that involve damaging or removing parts of the brain, and are not recommended for treating depression. Relaxation training and meditation (D) may be helpful as a complementary treatment, but are unlikely to be sufficient on their own for severe depression.

Karina Is Diagnosed with Severe Depression