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Recent findings indicate a significant positive reaction among numerous patients, however, ongoing research is focusing on identifying blood biomarkers to forecast effectiveness, and to assess the comparative outcomes of intravenous versus nasal administration methods. Using an old anesthesia dru

Using an old anesthesia drug to pull people out of severe depression has gone from fringe idea to widespread use in just a few years.

New survey highlights key role of ECT for treating severe depression, other conditions When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in North America in March 2020, health care facilities stopped providing all but "essential" care, to reduce infection risks and preserve protective gear known as PPE. That included changes at many centers that provide ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) for severe depression and other conditions, a new survey shows. Because ECT involves anesthesia, so that patients are unconsci...

A new survey looks at the changes prompted by the pandemic at many centers that provide ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) for severe depression and other conditions.