The Quanta Podcast cover image

Brain's 'Background Noise' May Explain Value of Shock Therapy

The Quanta Podcast

00:00

Understanding Electroconvulsive Therapy and Its Modern Application

This chapter explores the contemporary use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for treating depression, addressing common misconceptions and stigma. It highlights the importance of patient consent and safety, while also discussing a collaborative effort to collect EEG data to enhance understanding of ECT's effectiveness.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app