Why ECT May Soon Be Abandoned: Insights from John Read

Professor John Read of the University of East London shares his troubling experiences with Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), including witnessing a man’s death during a procedure, which was covered up. In his interview with Peter C. Gøtzsche, Read discusses why he believes ECT is far more dangerous than people realize and its benefits remain doubtful, suggesting it will likely be abandoned in the future.

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Long-Term Adverse Effects After Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): A Narrative Analysis Exploring People’s Experiences, Meaning-Making, and Coping

The study explores long-term effects of ECT in seven UK participants. They felt misinformed, noticed memory and cognitive issues, and experienced lasting losses. A lack of follow-up care worsened their struggles, highlighting the need for better support and further research.

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