Today,electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)is Primarily Used to Treat Severe Depression

question 48

True/False

Today,electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)is primarily used to treat severe depression.

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Definitions:

Memory Difficulties

Challenges or impairments in the ability to remember information or experiences, which can impact daily functioning.

Neurocognitive Disorders

A category of mental health disorders that primarily affect cognitive abilities including learning, memory, and problem-solving.

Clouding Of Consciousness

A state where an individual experiences confusion or lessened clarity in their thinking and awareness.

Delirium

An acute, often sudden, decline in attention and cognition, typically resulting from an underlying medical condition, intoxication, or drug withdrawal.