Dáil set to remove compulsory Electro-convulsive Therapy from law

The Dáil is set to begin efforts to remove compulsory Electro-convulsive Therapy from our laws.

Dáil set to remove compulsory Electro-convulsive Therapy from law

The Dáil is set to begin efforts to remove compulsory Electro-convulsive Therapy from our laws.

As the mental health act stands ECT can be administered regardless of whether or not a patient agrees.

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