Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Electroconvulsive Therapy01:30

Electroconvulsive Therapy

476
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), or shock therapy, remains a critical biomedical intervention for severe, treatment-resistant depression. While its origins can be traced back to Hippocrates' observations that malaria-induced convulsions alleviated mental illness, modern ECT has evolved significantly from its earlier, more primitive applications. First introduced in 1938 by Ugo Cerletti and his colleagues, ECT involves inducing controlled seizures using electrical currents. In its early...
476
Psychosis: Goals of Pharmacotherapy01:26

Psychosis: Goals of Pharmacotherapy

350
Antipsychotic drugs are a crucial treatment method for acute and chronic psychoses, bipolar illness, and behavioral disorders. The selection of these drugs depends on several factors, including the state of the disease, clinical judgment, possible drug interactions, and the patient's sensitivity to adverse effects. In immediate scenarios, such as delirium and dementia, short-term treatment with low doses of high-potency typical or atypical agents can effectively manage symptom exacerbation.
350
Psychosurgery01:30

Psychosurgery

268
Psychosurgery, the surgical alteration or permanent removal of brain tissue to alleviate severe psychological conditions, stands as one of the most radical and controversial treatments in the history of mental health care. Its development and application have evolved significantly, marked by dramatic shifts in scientific understanding and ethical perspectives.
Historical Development of Psychosurgery
In the 1930s, Portuguese neurologist Antonio Egas Moniz introduced a surgical procedure designed...
268
Epilepsy and Seizures: Overview01:24

Epilepsy and Seizures: Overview

985
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease marked by recurrent, unpredictable seizures. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, leading to behavior, sensation, or consciousness alterations. They can also cause transient impairment of awareness, interfering with daily activities.
Various factors can trigger epilepsy, including genetic factors, brain damage, metabolic causes, and unknown etiology. Diagnosis of epilepsy involves electroencephalography (EEG), which...
985
ECG Interpretation of Arrhythmias II: Atrial, Junctional and Ventricular Arrhythmias01:25

ECG Interpretation of Arrhythmias II: Atrial, Junctional and Ventricular Arrhythmias

294
Arrhythmia is a condition characterized by an irregular heart rhythm, with ECG changes that differ based on its origin and nature. The types of arrhythmias discussed below include atrial, junctional, and ventricular arrhythmias.Atrial ArrhythmiasPremature Atrial Complexes (PACs): PACs are early atrial beats caused by stress, caffeine, alcohol, electrolyte imbalances, hypoxia, hyperthyroidism, or certain medications (e.g., bronchodilators and decongestants). The ECG shows early P waves with an...
294

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Neuroimaging education in psychiatric training.

Neuropsychopharmacology : official publication of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology·2024
Same author

Catatonia-related adverse outcomes after long-acting injectable antipsychotics: Case series.

SAGE open medical case reports·2024
Same author

Clinical Neuroscience Continuing Education for Psychiatrists.

Academic psychiatry : the journal of the American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training and the Association for Academic Psychiatry·2023
Same author

Amyloid and Tau in Alzheimer's Disease: Biomarkers or Molecular Targets for Therapy? Are We Shooting the Messenger?

The American journal of psychiatry·2021
Same author

Treatment of Catatonia With Ultrabrief Right Unilateral Electroconvulsive Therapy: A Case Series.

The journal of ECT·2014

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Dec 5, 2025

Electroconvulsive Seizures in Rats and Fractionation of Their Hippocampi to Examine Seizure-induced Changes in Postsynaptic Density Proteins
09:07

Electroconvulsive Seizures in Rats and Fractionation of Their Hippocampi to Examine Seizure-induced Changes in Postsynaptic Density Proteins

Published on: August 15, 2017

12.4K

Electroconvulsive Therapy for Patients with Catatonia: Current Perspectives.

Jenifer R Lloyd1, Eric R Silverman1, Joseph L Kugler2

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA.

Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment
|October 16, 2020
PubMed
Summary

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the definitive treatment for catatonia, but access is limited due to underdiagnosis and stigma. Improving recognition and addressing treatment barriers are vital for better patient outcomes.

Keywords:
algorithmcatatoniaelectroconvulsive therapyunderdiagnosis

More Related Videos

Pupillary Response as Assessment of Effective Seizure Induction by Electroconvulsive Therapy
04:51

Pupillary Response as Assessment of Effective Seizure Induction by Electroconvulsive Therapy

Published on: April 11, 2019

10.0K
Direct-current Stimulation and Multi-electrode Array Recording of Seizure-like Activity in Mice Brain Slice Preparation
09:39

Direct-current Stimulation and Multi-electrode Array Recording of Seizure-like Activity in Mice Brain Slice Preparation

Published on: June 7, 2016

10.9K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Dec 5, 2025

Electroconvulsive Seizures in Rats and Fractionation of Their Hippocampi to Examine Seizure-induced Changes in Postsynaptic Density Proteins
09:07

Electroconvulsive Seizures in Rats and Fractionation of Their Hippocampi to Examine Seizure-induced Changes in Postsynaptic Density Proteins

Published on: August 15, 2017

12.4K
Pupillary Response as Assessment of Effective Seizure Induction by Electroconvulsive Therapy
04:51

Pupillary Response as Assessment of Effective Seizure Induction by Electroconvulsive Therapy

Published on: April 11, 2019

10.0K
Direct-current Stimulation and Multi-electrode Array Recording of Seizure-like Activity in Mice Brain Slice Preparation
09:39

Direct-current Stimulation and Multi-electrode Array Recording of Seizure-like Activity in Mice Brain Slice Preparation

Published on: June 7, 2016

10.9K

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Catatonia is a severe neuropsychiatric syndrome with high morbidity and mortality.
  • Underdiagnosis of catatonia leads to delayed treatment and increased risks, including iatrogenic complications.
  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the established treatment, yet its accessibility for catatonia is restricted.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for catatonia.
  • To identify barriers to ECT access for catatonia treatment.
  • To propose strategies and an algorithm for improving ECT delivery in catatonia care.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for catatonia.
  • Analysis of current understanding of catatonia pathophysiology and ECT mechanisms.
  • Development of treatment strategies and an algorithmic approach based on evidence.

Main Results:

  • Limited access to ECT for catatonia is a significant clinical issue.
  • Stigma and legal restrictions impede the use of ECT, despite its efficacy.
  • Evidence supports ECT as a safe and effective treatment for catatonia.

Conclusions:

  • Improving the recognition and diagnosis of catatonia is crucial.
  • Addressing barriers to ECT, including stigma and legal issues, is essential for patient care.
  • Standardized protocols and further research are needed to optimize ECT for catatonia.