Electroconvulsive Therapy (Noun)
Meaning
The administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor carefully explained the risks and benefits of electroconvulsive therapy to the patient before the procedure began.
- The medical team was trained to handle emergencies during electroconvulsive therapy sessions in case anything went wrong.
- The hospital had been using electroconvulsive therapy as a last resort to treat severe depression for over 20 years.
- Many critics argue that electroconvulsive therapy is an outdated and barbaric form of treatment with unpredictable results.
- Although it had a bad reputation in the past, modern electroconvulsive therapy is a safe and effective way to treat some mental health conditions.