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Treatment Dilemmas: ECT for Depressed Teens

Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

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This chapter examines electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as a vital treatment option for adolescents facing severe depression and suicidal thoughts when other medications do not work. It highlights a significant study on the efficacy and safety of ECT in over 500 teens, emphasizing the importance of personalized treatment strategies.

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