[noclevermonicker]

Hi, All,

I was hospitalized back in October and stayed in the psych ward for 10 days. While there, the pdoc suggested I begin electroconvulsive therapy. We conferenced with my regular pdoc and agreed to go ahead with 12 treatments. I finished them a couple of weeks ago and have been very cautious, but am now willing to admit; I do believe it worked! I saw my pdoc yesterday and she's so pleased with the progress I've made. I don't even have to go back to see her for 3 more weeks...which is huge!

You guys, I'm so excited.

I am curious though, has anyone else had this done? Do you go back in for "maintenance"? We have not talked about if I'll need more treatments, I'm thinking it may be a wait and see sort of thing.

I'd be curious to hear anyone else's story. For me, it was a very positive experience

Yes, I've been through ECT treatment series twice and it was also extremely successful for me. Really a life-saver. I have never done maintenance and really don't think I ever would. I was finally able to have some success with meds after ECT treatments. The effect doesn't last forever, but it helped me get out of the hospital much faster than if I had continued without treatment. I was able to go home and be with my husband and kids again rather than end up in long-term hospitalization.

It wasn't a cure. I've continued to have difficulties, but it was worth the immediate effect which lasted a good year or so.

[noclevermonicker]

Originally Posted by 1914sierra

Yes, I've been through ECT treatment series twice and it was also extremely successful for me. Really a life-saver. I have never done maintenance and really don't think I ever would. I was finally able to have some success with meds after ECT treatments. The effect doesn't last forever, but it helped me get out of the hospital much faster than if I had continued without treatment. I was able to go home and be with my husband and kids again rather than end up in long-term hospitalization.

It wasn't a cure. I've continued to have difficulties, but it was worth the immediate effect which lasted a good year or so.

Thank you for the reply!

I'm glad it worked for you, this is great to hear. I cannot believe how much better I feel. A big part of that is the Lithium too. I have such a better outlook on life in general

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I was given ECT against my will. It destroyed my memory.