Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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I Start ECT on Weds.

HannaHana
HannaHana
If anyone knows anything or has experienced ECT, please tell me (good or bad) anything about it.

Well wishes, hugs, votes of confidence....anything is appreciated.

thank you.

~Hanna
deleted_user
deleted_user
good luck and let us know...
Community Leaderacuriousfish
acuriousfish
good luck!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I had 3 ECT treatments years ago. They did not help me but I did not have any headache afterwards and I didn't have any memory loss. I wish you the best and big hugs.
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