Clinical Neuroscience of ECT (CNECT)

Out on PubMed, from authors in Australia, is this paper: An audit and analysis of electro convulsive therapy patient information sheets used in local health districts in New South Wales Australia. Wand T, Isobel S, Kemp H. Int J Ment Health Nurs. 2024 Mar 13. doi: 10.1111/inm.13318. Online ahead of print. PMID:  38477074 The abstract is copied below: Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a widely used psychiatric treatment; however, it remains contentious. It is therefore important that people are provided with accurate and balanced information before consenting to ECT. The aim of this study was to audit and analyse the content and language of ECT information sheets used in local health districts (LHDs) across the state of New South Wales Australia. Descriptive content analysis and evaluative linguistic analysis were used to investigate the information sheets, with findings then considered from a mad studies perspective. Thirteen ECT information sheets were obtained and reviewed, with th

Good title, good text. It is always gratifying to find an accurate positive story about ECT, no matter where it is published. For a healthcare professional and patient to share his story is an act of courage (although it shouldn't have to be, of course) that is laudable. Thanks to my friend from New Jersey for sending this article along.

Out on PubMed, from nurses in Ireland, is this paper: Mental Health Nurse Experiences of delivering care to severely depressed adults receiving Electroconvulsive therapy. Lonergan A, Timmons F, Donohue G. J Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs. 2020 Sep 25. doi: 10.1111/jpm.12692. Online ahead of print. PMID:  32976647 The abstract is copied below: Background:  There is a considerable dearth of literature on attitudes towards Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) as a treatment for severe depression. Despite being a highly effective treatment, it is still stigmatised even among professionals. Understanding perceptions and knowledge related to ECT treatment among healthcare providers is important for ensuring that treatment can be safely explored as a treatment option with patients. Aim:  The overall aim of this study is to explore the views of mental health nurses who provide nursing care to people receiving ECT for severe depressive illness in a mental health setting. Methods:  This is a qualitative