electroconvulsive therapy

Meaning of word electroconvulsive therapy from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : The administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma.

Synonyms : ect, electroshock, electroshock therapy

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