I had several rounds of ect a few years ago. My experience was pretty much the same as those described above. I have to add that the memory loss can be pretty severe. I know mine was. My memory did eventually return a little bit at a time. I found this pretty upsetting and scary. My depression did respond well. However, my depression is recurrent as well, so I don't know what the future holds. I may or may not ever need it again. It really isn't as archaic and frightening as many would believe.