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[Revival of convulsive therapy].
Minerva Psichiatrica
|April 1, 1992
Summary
Convulsive therapy, despite historical criticism, is a safe and effective worldwide treatment. Its revival has been slow to reach Italy, particularly in academic settings.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Context:
- Historical overview of convulsive therapy.
- Criticism of past denigratory campaigns against the therapy.
- International resurgence of convulsive therapy.
Purpose:
- To review the history of convulsive therapy.
- To critique the negative campaigns against it.
- To highlight its current global use and reduced risks.
Summary:
- Convulsive therapy is now utilized globally with minimal risks, despite prior negative campaigns.
- The therapy's international revival is not yet significantly impacting Italy, especially academic institutions.
- Justifiable restrictions are noted, but overall safety and efficacy are stressed.
Impact:
- Encourages a re-evaluation of convulsive therapy in Italy.
- Promotes wider adoption of evidence-based psychiatric treatments.
- Highlights the need for academic engagement with established therapies.