Will I Ever Be the Same Again? Transforming the Face of ECT (Shock Therapy)
If you have ever had depression, have a family member with depression, treated a patient with depression or worked on an inpatient unit with depressed people this book is a must read. Carol's firsthand account of her illness is frank, touching, insightful and informative and clearly shows that depression is not just a diagnosis, but has a person attached to it, whose feelings are often overlooked. --Joel L. Schwartz M.D., Emeritus Chairman, Dept. of Psychiatry, Abington Memorial HospitalCarol Kivler's writing, like her public speaking, invites others to join her inspiring journey of recovery. Through entering into her experience, others are empowered to face their own struggles with hope and courage. I thank Carol for opening our eyes to the transformation of her life from illness to recovery with the healing power of ECT. I look forward to hearing of the many people whose lives will also be transformed through reading this book. --Sally T. Osmer, MDiv, LCSW, Executive Director NAMI-Mercer, NJCarol's courageous message confirms what I have always believed about the life changing effects of ECT. I am thrilled that she has shared her personal experience in such an honest and informative manner so that others may benefit from this beneficial but often misunderstood treatment option. --Kathy Dempsey, Former Director of Psychiatric Services, Memorial Health Care System