Regressive and intensive methods of electroconvulsive therapy: a brief historical note.
In the 1940s, regressive and intensive methods were developed to increase the therapeutic effects of electroconvulsive therapy. The diagnostic indications, methods of application, effectiveness, complications, and mortality of these techniques are briefly discussed here. An attempt is also made to evaluate the risks and benefits of these methods from a historical perspective.
Gazdag
Gábor
G
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatric Service, Szt. László Hospital, Budapest, Hungary. gazdag@lamb.hu
Baran
Brigitta
B
Bitter
István
I
Ungvári
Gábor S
GS
Gerevich
József
J
D004565:Electroconvulsive Therapy / Q000266:history*; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000266:history*; D012043:Regression, Psychology