Balthazar is being treated through a procedure in which electrodes are placed on both sides of his head and a brief current is turned on

The current triggers a seizure that lasts about a minute, causing his body to convulse. This type of treatment is known as:
a. SSRI.
b. MAO.
c. ECT.
d. PET.


Answer: c

Psychology

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