I have done ECT for the past 3 years and it has beed a true lifesaver. I have a treatment in the morning and am able to go back to work an hour after the treatment. To tell you the truth my suicidal thoughts are so strong I am afraid to go more than 2 weeks without having a treatment. The treatments are very easy, Im put to sleep and in amateur of minutes it is over. You really should consider it if your depression consists of suicidal thoughts, it really works. good luck to you.