This spring, Life After ECT launched a comprehensive FDA reporting guide for injured electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) recipients. This post is a progress update and an overview of our future reporting goals.
A follow up on the 2021 BBC investigation of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
Video and article links regarding recent ECT litigation: Michelle Himes v. Somatics, LLC.
"Plaintiff alleges that undergoing ECT treatment with this device caused permanent neurological damage impairing his ability to memorize, retain, and recall information. Plaintiff further alleges that despite knowing of the substantial risks associated with ECT treatment, Somatics and Elektrika manufactured and distributed the device and failed to warn Plaintiff of those risks."
Janelle Schnulle had 33 ECT treatments she claims caused permanent neurological damage. She is suing device manufacturer, Somatics LLC.
A spirited debate between and Dr. Andrade and Professor John Read regarding his current research showing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as ineffective, dangerous, and in need of suspension while proper auditing and safety testing can be carried out.