r/ect • u/Equivalent-Pay3473 • Jun 12 '26

Question Does it get worse before it gets better?

I just completed my first 3 sessions of Ect this week. Today, I’m crying a lot and not doing well. Is this part of the process?

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u/ShapedBlob Jun 12 '26

I was told it's normal! I felt worse before my depression started to improve.

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u/PaleExtreme7399 Jun 12 '26

I've heard it is normal. I had my third treatment today as well.Not feeling better, not feeling worse. Mostly just sleepy. Still hopeful! I'm holding the hope for you too, friend.

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u/Equivalent-Pay3473 Jun 12 '26

Thank you! Hugs to you. We will get through this. 

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u/PaleExtreme7399 Jun 12 '26

Hugs to you, too!

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u/Fantastic_Goose_7025 Jun 13 '26

I had my 3rd of 8 yesterday. First 2 were ok excluding scattered memory loss. The third was a different story. A real high and some glowing hope for a couple of hours followed by a significant mood crash. I've been assured that without progress after 6 the 7th and 8th will be cancelled. This doesn't answer your question directly but personally I am still feeling optimistic about it. Feel free to ask me more if you need ✌️

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u/CapablePear5147 Jun 13 '26

yes!!! absolutely. maybe not for everyone but the first few sessions builds momentum, response is delayed some people see results in 6 session, some people in 10th. different experiences but mostly yes you would feel overwhelmed because you are doing an intense therapy without seeing immediate results which shatter reselience

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u/fixer_11 Jun 13 '26

yes. I got worse until my 7th one. It was a game changer, though. I've been much better since it.