I get twice-weekly bilateral ECT, and it is saving my life. Granted, I've had over 60 treatments (!! yes, considered alot !!), and am having some memory issues due to this, but I'm alive, am employed full-time, and nothing else--no other drugs or therapies-- worked for me. I'm still struggling with depression, but am hoping that, as I continue with the treatments, that the depression will continue (as it has so far) to lift, allowing me to become in-control of my own life/health. Best wishes to you as you make a decision for yourself.