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Published on: April 11, 2019
Morbidity Due to Disparity in Pediatric Electroconvulsive Therapy
Michael Ong1, Emmy Patterson2, Lisa Stewart2
1Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Village of Vanderbilt, Nashville, Tennessee; Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Nashville, Tennessee.
State laws create disparities in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) availability, impacting treatment for childhood-onset schizophrenia (COS). This case highlights morbidity from limited ECT access, necessitating cross-state treatment. Further research is needed to address these legislative barriers.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
- Public Health Policy
Background:
- Current state laws create significant disparities in the availability of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
- Limited access to ECT can lead to adverse health outcomes, particularly for individuals with severe mental health conditions.
- Childhood-onset schizophrenia (COS) is a debilitating condition often requiring intensive treatment modalities.
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