Hello, helpless. Several of the psychiatrists I have talked to brought up electro-shock therapy years ago. More recently, we also discussed Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS or rTMS). Now I see Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is another very new option.

Fortunately for me, I have been able to function at a level that made these last resort types of treatment contraindicated.

There is a lot of literature out there saying some good results have been obtained by introducing a current into your brain. Frankly I was not convinced. Nonetheless, more time has passed and apparently the risks are now better managed.

My suggestion is to get as educated as you can be about the procedures and get a number of opinions before making a decision. Good luck.