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Study Findings on Health and Medicine Detailed by Researchers at University of Health Sciences Turkey (Evaluation of the Views of Patients Receiving ECT and Their Parents Regarding ECT, Along with Sociodemographic and Clinical Data).

Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2026. P. 1305 1 of 2
Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

This article focuses on a study evaluating parental attitudes and experiences regarding electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in pediatric and adolescent psychiatric patients. Conducted at a tertiary psychiatric hospital in Turkey, the research involved parents of 12- to 18-year-old patients who underwent ECT, primarily for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia spectrum disorders. Findings indicate that most parents viewed ECT as effective and safe, with many reporting symptom reduction and decreased suicidal ideation in their children, though some experienced fear during treatment. The study highlights that older parents may need additional informational support and recommends structured psychoeducation to better involve parents in the treatment process. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2026/04, p1305
Document Type:Article
Subject Area:Health and Medicine
Publication Date:2026
ISSN:1543-6616
Accession Number:192751888
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