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electroconvulsive therapy

electroconvulsive therapy Electroconvulsive therapy is a treatment that deliberately produces seizures by using electricity.

Electroconvulsive therapy is a treatment that deliberately produces seizures by using electricity. It is used mainly for severe mood disorders and schizophrenia.

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