A Controlled Study of Bilateral Electroconvulsive Therapy [ 2009 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Colleen Loo (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Isaac Schweitzer

Brief description Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a highly effective treatment for depression, used in Australia and throughout the world to treat severe depression that has not responded to other treatments. Despite clear evidence of its effectiveness as a treatment, the use of ECT is limited by concerns over memory side effects. This study evaluates a new approach to ECT that has the potential to preserve its effectiveness, while greatly reducing effects on memory.

Funding Amount $AUD 423,257.57

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant