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Life After ECT

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  • Hi, and welcome to the Life After ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) Podcast. I'm your host Anna, a childhood psychiatric drug and teen ECT survivor. The goal of this podcast is to shed light on the facts about ECT, as well as dispel myths and misconceptions. Join us as we discuss the science, side effects, controversies, and stories of those harmed by the procedure. Disclaimer: All of the material provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified care provider.
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Episodes
  • Forced ECT at Minnesota’s Mayo Clinic - David Russel's Story

    Forced ECT at Minnesota’s Mayo Clinic - David Russel's Story
    Jun 24 2024

    David Russell is an involuntarily committed patient at the Minnesota Mayo Clinic, who has been subjected to forced electroshock therapy (ECT) against his will.

    His case has drawn significant attention and advocacy efforts fromMindFreedom International⁠, an organization focused on human rights in mental health care.

    Read David’s full story here:⁠https://mindfreedom.org/front-page/david-russell/⁠

    Show Notes https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2m7mZle83Snh_owlJ3B5NbrrkM6mqvg3FV3Z_HGSG8/edit?usp=sharing
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    5 mins
  • How to protect yourself against forced ECT

    How to protect yourself against forced ECT
    Jun 7 2024

    Welcome to the Life After ECT podcast!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    - The reality of forced ECT still happening today.

    - MindFreedom International's Shield Program, which helps protect against unwanted psychiatric treatment.

    - The importance of psychiatric advance directives to formally assert your treatment preferences.

    Learn how these resources can help you or a loved one, and how you can get involved in advocating for human rights in mental health care.

    Disclaimers

    Life After ECT Inc. is not directly affilated with Mindfreedom International -- we believe they are an invaluble human rights resource and want to make those at risk of forced treatment aware of the support they offer.

    About Life After ECT Inc.

    Life After ECT Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) charitble organazation dedicated to improving the lives of those harmed by electroconvulsive therapy through education, advocacy and research. Learn more about what we do and how you can support our work: Looking to a Brighter Future for Those Harmed by ECT

    Show Notes

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FAbX1qa0Z7UQz8vN47dx22ZPHyE1x5ZanWqsiJ73cBo/edit?usp=sharinghttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1FAbX1qa0Z7UQz8vN47dx22ZPHyE1x5ZanWqsiJ73cBo/edit?usp=sharing
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    4 mins
  • New ECT Research and Litigation Opportunities

    New ECT Research and Litigation Opportunities
    Jan 28 2024

    Thank you for tuning into the Life After ECT Podcast.

    Life After ECT Inc. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organazation focused on improving the quality of life for those injured by ECT.

    Learn more about what we do and how you can support our work: Looking to a Brighter Future for Those Harmed by ECT

    Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LrUHhroyOX66T7FUQ0iytyfNoCzmqKN91PQ0LfiKeBI/edit?usp=sharing


    Correction: The law firm is now Wisner & Baum, not Baum Headlund

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    4 mins
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