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Definition. 1  Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a medical treatment for severe mental illness in which a small, carefully controlled amount of electricity is introduced into the brain. This electrical stimulation, used in conjunction with anesthesia and muscle relaxant medications, produces a mild generalized seizure or convulsion.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) can help some people with bipolar disorder. ECT uses an electric current to cause a seizure in the brain and is one of the fastest ways to ease severe symptoms. It is usually a last resort when a patient does not improve with medication or psychotherapy.lectroconvulsive Therapy in Pregnancy. ECT is considered safe and effective for the mother and fetus in the treatment of major depressive disorder during pregnancy. ECT is a potential treatment for patients with bipolar disorder who are experiencing mixed episodes, severe mania, or severe depression during pregnancy.