From 1996-2015, I received over 400 ECT treatments.
Once upon a time, I could recall a lifetime.
Once upon a time, I had a childhood and memories that included earning a Masters of Architecture during my young adult life.
Those memories will never be available to me to reflect upon or offer me reference to who I am now.
It is simply devistating.
I have recently received a diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Decline after a brain MRI.
Other concerns have been indicated, including grey matter reduction.
I still have my creativity and am quite resilient. However, while trying to comprehend such massive loss, I am unable to describe.
–Kimberley Rettig
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