Adelle's feelings of unhappiness,low self-esteem,and hopelessness have become so extreme that she has attempted suicide.Which of the following treatments is likely to provide her with the quickest effective relief from her misery?

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is often used as a rapid and effective treatment for severe depression, including suicidal ideation. It involves a brief electrical current being passed through the brain, which leads to the release of neurotransmitters that can improve mood and relieve symptoms of depression. Antipsychotic drugs are more commonly used for treating psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, and antianxiety drugs may help to relieve symptoms of anxiety but may not be effective for severe depression. Lobotomy is an outdated and controversial form of brain surgery that is not commonly used today.

Adelle's Feelings of Unhappiness,low Self-Esteem,and Hopelessness Have Become So Extreme