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200702

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
POSITION STATEMENTS

Approved by the Board of Trustees, December 2007
Approved by the Assembly of District Branches, November 2007

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a safe and effective evidence-based medical treatment.  ECT is endorsed by the APA when administered by properly qualified psychiatrists for appropriately selected patients.