ECT isnt that bad, it sends electical shocks to your brain to reset the electric mesages and resets all the chemicals in your brain. Its not painful and has been effective in lots of people. It is mainly used in people with severe depression when meds arent working, but I guess it could be used for people with mania as it resets everything. There are a few downsides, it isnt usually longlasting, people who have it are likely to need it again in a few months. It can causes short term memory loss, but the techniques used these days are so advanced that it doesnt often happen. It can be effective, but if you want to find out more, ask your doctor exactly what would be involved, that is the best way. Make sure that you get as much information as you can before you make your decision. Hope this helps.
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