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In some psychiatric units, shock therapy is still prevalent. The original use of electricity as a cure for "insanity" dates back to 16th century. It was initially used in schizophrenic patients. Learn more about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) on this web site.
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In some psychiatric units, shock therapy is still prevalent. The original use of electricity as a cure for "insanity" dates back to 16th century. It was initially used in schizophrenic patients. Learn more about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) on this web site.
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A breakthrough in the shock treatment of psychosis was achieved in 1927. The neuropsychiatrist was Manfred J. Sakel. He was an internist in the Lichterfelde Hospital of Mental diseases. He used insulin to provoke a superficial coma in a morphine addicted woman.
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ECT may cause brain damage: Says the Food and Drug Administration Policy. It is supposed to be a 'shocking' treatment. This treatment has sprouted a lot of debates in the medical world. It is practised at some of the clinics. The argument is that it may cause permanent memory loss.
