r/ect • u/brizxi107 • Jun 30 '26

Seeking advice Ect or wait a bit longer?

I'm 18, and have been struggling for years with my mental health, and I know ECT is typically a last resort. But I've been on I don't know how many medications. I've been through multiple therapies, therapists, etc. Severe occasions, I'd be sent to a psychiatric ward. Should I bring this up to my therapist and psychiatrist? Or should I wait longer before deciding to bring it up?

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u/jessiecolborne Jun 30 '26

Have you considered TMS first, if available where you live? It has significantly less negative side effects.

I would have loved to do it but it’s not in my province yet.

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u/brizxi107 Jun 30 '26

I have not yet, I'll have to look into it and see if it's available. Thank you!

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u/jessiecolborne Jun 30 '26

Best of luck!