Question

While in the state mental institution, angelina received treatment for her depression. the treatment involved a wire attached to either side her skull to allow low-voltage electric shocks to be sent repeatedly through her brain. this is an example of:?

Answer 1

This is an example of electroconvulsive therapy or ECT. Electroconvulsive therapy is a method executed using a general anesthesia. In this, electric currents are passed through the brain that intentionally starts a brief seizure. ECT cause some changes in the brain chemistry. Likewise, ECT often works when other treatments administered don't work.