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Asked by Dmitrii Minskii on Jul 09, 2024

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Unilateral ECT produces ________ side effects and is ________ effective than traditional ECT.

A) fewer; much more
B) more; much less
C) more; slightly more
D) fewer; slightly less

Unilateral ECT

Electroconvulsive therapy applied to one cerebral hemisphere, typically used to reduce the cognitive side effects of ECT.

Traditional ECT

Electroconvulsive therapy as traditionally administered, where electric currents are passed through the brain to trigger a brief seizure as treatment for severe mental illnesses.

Side Effects

Unintended and usually adverse effects of a drug or medical treatment.

  • Understand the array of pharmacological strategies utilized in mental health treatment and their physiological repercussions.
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Allyza Marie MallorcaJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Unilateral ECT tends to produce fewer cognitive side effects compared to bilateral or traditional ECT, but it is considered slightly less effective in some cases, hence requiring more sessions or higher doses.

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