Treatment Dilemmas: ECT for Depressed Teens

Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

In this episode, we explore the controversial use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in adolescents with severe depression and suicidality. We discuss a study examining ECT's effectiveness, factors influencing outcomes, and its potential as a treatment option. Is ECT a viable last resort for treatment-resistant depression in teens?

Faculty: David Rosenberg, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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