My Psychiatrist has urged me to consider ECT a couple of times now. I also am concerned about some of the negative aspects, like not knowing why it works, memory loss, etc). But I have to admit, I have been wondering if it did work for me, how would my life change? I don't remember a time when I wasn't depressed, but what if the depression lifted? What would my life look like then? What could I accomplish? Would it even work for me?

I've done some research, and as a health care provider, I have even been in attendance at a couple of ECT treatments of others. I've read positive experiences and I've certainly read about the negative. And I have yet to make a decision. I really don't know if the hope of relief will outweigh my concerns, but it's something to think about.

It's such a personal decision. What works for one, won't work for another.

I'm afraid I haven't been of much assistance to your question--sorry.

Good luck with whatever your decision is.