Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions. Neuromodulation Department.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1316
- Available Online
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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a treatment that uses a small electrical current to stimulate the brain and cause a mild seizure (twitching of your toes and jaw muscle). ECT is most often used to treat serious depression. This pamphlet explains how ECT works, as well as the possible side effects. Topics include: where to go, how to get ready, and what will happen during the treatment. Contact information is also provided.