After electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) left me brain damamged, I struggled with stigma and isolation. Finding the supportive disability rights community transformed my perspective of myself and the world of disability.
In this episode, we discuss forced electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and how you can protect yourself from it through Psychiatric Advance Directives and MindFreedom's Shield Program.
Life after being disabled by ECT can be tough financially, especially for those who may face "period poverty." In this post, we'll discuss what period poverty is and share tips to help save money on essential expenses.
Discounted grocery delivery programs provide convenience and cost savings to individuals who have been disabled by electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
This article explores the concept of disenfranchised grief experienced by individuals disabled by ECT, highlighting the various ways in which their grief is often invalidated as well as tips on how to cope.
Senstivity to sound is a known side effect of electroconvulsive therapy. Learn about how ECT impacts hearing and what you can do about it.