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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The Great ECT Power Myth: Douglas Cameron Reveals the Hidden Risks of Increased Electricity in Modern Devices

Does modern electroconvulsive therapy use less electricty than in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest era? Douglas G. Cameron’s work challenges common claims about Electroconvulsive Therapy, arguing that it causes lasting brain damage and memory loss, as he experienced firsthand. His recent works further reveal the increased risks from modern ECT devices and question the science behind convulsive therapy.

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