ort lived side effects of this treatment including memory loss. One problem with ECT is that once treatments have stopped, there is a high risk for relapse of symptoms. There is research currently taking place in an effort to find a way to make the effects of ECT long lasting.The purpose of this paper was to inform its readers about depression. It is a serious disease with serious physical and mental effects. There are several types of depression along with many symptoms that accompany the disorder. Being able to recognize these symptoms is extremely important. Knowing what to look for is the only way depression can be detected. There are also many physical, psychological, and genetic factors that may put individuals at a higher risk for depression. It is equally important to be aware of the events that may trigger a depressive disorder. Most importantly, after a diagnosis of depression has been made, it is important to seek treatment. It is senseless to suffer when there is so much effective treatment available. Depression is a disease. It requires the attention of a doctor. Knowing this information, we should all give more attention to helping those with the disorder to detect it and seek treatment....
