Camila's Doctor Urged Her to Consider Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) for Her

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Essay

Camila's doctor urged her to consider electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for her condition. What conditions are treated by ECT? How is the treatment likely to affect Camila's brain?

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Unique characteristics, beliefs, practices, and values shared by a group of people, distinguishing them from other groups.

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The shared beliefs, behaviors, practices, and norms among members of a specific group or society.

Coaching

A developmental process whereby an individual gets support while learning to achieve a personal or professional competence.

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