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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT): what it is, when to do it and how it works

Electroconvulsive therapy, popularly known as electroshock therapy or just ECT, is a type of treatment that causes changes in the electrical activity of the brain, regulating the levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine and glutamate. By regulating these neurotransmitters, it is a therapy that can be used in some more serious cases of depression, […]

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT): what it is, when to do it and how it works

Electroconvulsive therapy, popularly known as electroshock therapy or just ECT, is a type of treatment that causes changes in the electrical activity of the brain, regulating the levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine and glutamate. By regulating these neurotransmitters, it is a therapy that can be used in some more serious cases of depression, […]

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Depression Treatment (Medicines, Therapy, and Natural Options)

Depression Treatment (Medicines, Therapy, and Natural Options)

Treatment for depression usually involves the use of antidepressant medications, such as fluoxetine or paroxetine, for example, as well as psychotherapy sessions with a psychologist, as it helps to better deal with emotions and resolve conflicts. However, it is very important to complement treatment with alternative and natural therapies, such as leisure activities, walking outdoors, […]

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