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Electroconvulsive Therapy

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the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma

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electroshockelectroshock therapy
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Electroconvulsive Therapies
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Electroconvulsive Therapies'

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the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma

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