I'm in the process of being set up for ECT, but I'm deeply concerned about the cognitive side effects. The same hospital where I'll be doing ECT is also doing a study for MST, which I may qualify for. But I'm surprised my psychiatrist didn't mention it. I know a few others here have done it, but I'm curious to know more about it. What have others experienced with it vs. ECT?
Hi All. I'm 46M. I have had a traumatic previous year a half. I've been diagnosed with bipolar, with my depressive states becoming increasingly worse, to the point that I'm not able to function normally. I've been out of work since early 2025, but am looking for work now. Wife and I (no kids) are in a dire financial situation. Employment for me is extremely necessary ASAP. However, I'm slated to begin ECT soon, and I have no idea how I'm going to manage continuing my job search and starting a job. Does anyone have experience with those two issues intersecting? Starting a new job while also getting ECT.
And yes, I've read the horror stories here about ECT. No idea what to think of that. Not sure what my options really are, but my doctors have had nothing but good things to say about ECT.