Principles and Practice of Electroconvulsive Therapy 2/e

Principles and Practice of Electroconvulsive Therapy, Second Edition is a comprehensive, clinically focused guide to one of psychiatrys most effective treatments for severe mental illness. Updated throughout to reflect the growing body of literature since the first edition, this practical volume gives mental health professionals clear, evidence-informed guidance for delivering electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) safely and effectively.

Drawing on the latest information, the guide presents a step-by-step approach to the clinical administration of ECT, covering the following:

* Patient selection for conditions that include depression, catatonia, and mania

* Patient education, consent, and pretreatment

* Conducting treatment

* Management of patients during treatment

* Posttreatment plans and managing cognitive side effects

This second edition also introduces a new chapter on the neurobiological aspects of ECT, addressing biomarkers of outcome, mechanisms of action, and questions on whether ECT causes brain damage.

Accessible, thorough, and grounded in current evidence, Principles and Practice of Electroconvulsive Therapy is an essential reference for clinicians seeking thoughtful recommendations and a deeper understanding of the role of ECT in modern psychiatric care.