Which of the Following Is NOT True of ECT

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of ECT?

• A) It used to be used primarily for depression,but is currently used for a wide range of disorders.
• B) It is used by about 8% of psychiatrists.
• C) There are misconceptions about its risks and side effects.
• D) Critics say it is overused because it boosts psychiatrists' income by taking less time than insight therapy.

Understand and apply basic concepts of statistics and probability in context.

Interpret and analyze statistical data presented in various forms.

Perform and interpret basic calculations for descriptive statistics.

Understand the representation of data through standard deviation and mean.

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