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1. (n.) electroconvulsive therapy
the application of electric current to the head in order to induce a seizure, used to treat serious mental illnesses.
Etymology: (1945–50)
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1. (noun) electroconvulsive therapy, electroshock, electroshock therapy, ECT
the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma
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1. electroconvulsive therapy
Electrically induced CONVULSIONS primarily used in the treatment of severe AFFECTIVE DISORDERS and SCHIZOPHRENIA.
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