The amnesia of ECT is retrograde. That is, you only forget events that occurred before the treatment, not after. Sometimes you don't forget anything. You can forget a few hours to a few days.
In order to restart the heart, from asystole, drug therapy is usually required; such as epinephrine, vasopressin, or atropine. A shock may still be applied. If the heart is in arrhythmia, it will require a shock to reset the heart. CPR will not bring the heart back to a normal rhythm, or restart the heart. CPR will circulate oxygenated blood until help arrives to administer shocks or drug therapy.
My mother received shock therapy back in the late sixties,she had short term memory loss but seemed to come out of her depression for a short period of time,later we discovered she had a heart murmer that had not been detected before. We were always concerned that the shock therapy caused the heart conditions that gradually become more severe,she died at the age of 63 from a brain clot,we think it was all retlated to the treatmenta nd I would be very concerned for anyone who is thinking of getting this type of treatment...It is just speculation,but I would not have it EVER. Rosey fromTexas
Additional treatment after a heart attack can include close monitoring, electric shock, drug therapy, re-vascularization procedures, percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty and coronary artery bypass surgery.
It is a results of shock. Your body is being harmed by having foreign pigments injected into it. The body reacts by slowing blood flow to the brain, causing fainting.
Shock is usually caused by trauma, blood loss, dehydration or massive infection
"shock treatment."
yes it is.
Electroconvulsive therapy is a medical treatment for severe mental illness in which a small, carefully controlled amount of electricity is introduced into the brain
Shock treatment or Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is stilled used as a treatment for Bipolar disorder and other psychiatric conditions. It is not as widely used as it was in the past and it often used after other more traditional methods of therapy and medication are not successful.
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John Nash underwent electric shock therapy, also known as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), multiple times throughout his life as part of his treatment for schizophrenia. Reports indicate that he received ECT around 30 times during the 1950s and 1960s. While it was intended to help alleviate his symptoms, Nash also faced significant side effects from the treatment.
There is no connection at all. Shock therapy machines apply AC across the skull to shock the brain into a seizure.
shock therapy
Shock therapy, specifically electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), is performed in various mental health settings today, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialized psychiatric facilities. It is typically administered by trained psychiatrists or anesthesiologists in a controlled environment to ensure patient safety. ECT is primarily used to treat severe depression, bipolar disorder, and certain other mental health conditions when other treatments have failed. The procedure is conducted under anesthesia, and safety protocols are strictly followed to minimize risks.
There are benefits and risks to using shock therapy for depression. One risk of shock therapy is memory loss.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a procedure in which electric currents are passed through the brain, intentionally triggering a brief seizure. It is used to treat severe depression and other mental health conditions. Patients are under general anesthesia during the procedure to minimize discomfort, and side effects can include temporary memory loss and confusion.
In the 1930s, children with autism were often institutionalized or given harmful treatments like electroconvulsive therapy or insulin shock therapy. They were also subjected to abusive practices such as restraint, isolation, and punishment for exhibiting symptoms of their condition. It was a time marked by misunderstanding and mistreatment of individuals with autism.