Cassie is diagnosed with severe depression. Her psychiatrist has prescribed many medications and psychotherapy, none of which have seemed to alleviate her depression. Her psychiatrist is now recommending _________.

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a treatment option for severe depression when other treatments have not been effective. It involves passing an electric current through the brain to produce a controlled seizure, which can lead to changes in brain chemistry that alleviate depressive symptoms. Prefrontal lobotomy and trephining are outdated and invasive procedures with potential serious side effects, and relaxation training and meditation may have some benefits but are not typically used as a first-line treatment for severe depression.

Cassie Is Diagnosed with Severe Depression