Which Statement Is the MOST Important Reason for the Decline

question 163

Multiple Choice

Which statement is the MOST important reason for the decline in the use of electroconvulsive therapy since the 1950s?

• A) It was shown not to be effective in cases of severe depression with delusions.
• B) It is too expensive and not covered by medical insurance.
• C) Antidepressant drugs were developed.
• D) Most memory loss appeared to be permanent.

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