I had my 24th session today. I am on maintenance therapy and at this point am having one session every two weeks. I have only received treatment as an outpatient although I have been hospitalized many times.

I had some memory loss and confusion early on but it was it got better after the 5th session. In hind sight, I realize the memory loss was related more to the extreme depression and anxiety I was experiencing.

Since ECT, I have so much energy. I am finally reaping the full benefits of my individual therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and 12 step program. My only regret is that I had to get to this point (multiple medication trials, five hospitalizations, numerous doctor and two suicide attempts) in order to be recommended for ECT. I feel really happy and full of life. I couldn't be happier and my doctor and therapist are amazed and overjoyed.

Good luck to anyone who tries ECT!