Electroconvulsive therapy was used quite frequently in past decades. However, the benefits of this treatment must be weighed against the potential negative consequences associated with its use, such as memory loss. ECT is used less frequently today. In weighing the costs and benefits of using this treatment, which of the following situations would be appropriate cases for using ECT?

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ECT can be considered as a treatment option when drug therapy is unsuccessful or when there is a risk of suicide. However, it should be approached with caution and the potential risks and benefits should be carefully assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Electroconvulsive Therapy Was Used Quite Frequently in Past Decades