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1. (n.) shock therapy
any of various therapies, as insulin shock therapy or electroconvulsive therapy, that induce convulsions or unconsciousness and are used for symptomatic relief in certain mental disorders. Also called shock treatment.
Etymology: (1935–40)
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1. (noun) shock therapy, shock treatment
treatment of certain psychotic states by the administration of shocks that are followed by convulsions
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