Electroconvulsive therapy is generally reserved for persons who are depressed and:
A) Have responded to drug therapy.
B) Are so seriously suicidal that waiting for the effect of the antidepressant jeopardizes safety.
C) Able to tolerate side effects of antidepressant.
D) Have responded to psychotherapy.

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is primarily used as a last resort treatment for severe depression when all other treatment options have failed, and the patient is at serious risk of suicide. It is not reserved for those who have responded to drug therapy or psychotherapy or for those who are able to tolerate side effects of antidepressants.

Electroconvulsive Therapy Is Generally Reserved for Persons Who Are Depressed