Balthazar is being treated through a procedure in which electrodes are placed on both sides of his head and a brief current is turned on. The current triggers a seizure that lasts about a minute, causing his body to convulse. This type of treatment is known as:

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The procedure described is electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), in which electrodes are placed on both sides of the head and a brief current is turned on, triggering a seizure that lasts about a minute. ECT is a form of treatment that is typically used for severe depression, particularly when other treatments have not been effective. SSRI and MAO are types of medications used to treat depression, while PET is a type of brain imaging used to study brain function.

Balthazar Is Being Treated Through a Procedure in Which Electrodes