Who is electroshock therapy for?
This therapy is for people who suffer from : • Mania that has not been cured with medications • Severe depression also accompanied by suicidal tendencies, psychosis and refusal to consume food • Schizophrenia when the symptoms are severe or the medicines are not enough to deal it Before Electroshock Therapy Before the therapy, you would have to go in for a complete physical examination which also includes blood tests and an electrocardiogram along with a psychiatric evaluation. You might also be required to consult the anesthesiologist in order to access the risks associated with having anesthesia. At this stage, you will also have to sign consent forms authorizing the use of electroshock therapy. In case you are unable to provide the consent the local or state laws may allow the appointment of a legal guardian who can approve the therapy on your behalf. During Electroshock Therapy The electroconvulsive therapy does not take much time and may be performed as an outpatient procedure or
