Welcome to the website of the European Forum for Electroconvulsive Therapy. EFFECT aims to promote access to safe and effective ECT when appropriate for patients across Europe by promoting research into ECT, combating the stigma associated with ECT, educating and informing both mental health professionals and the general public about ECT and its use.

Several pages are accessible to all visitors. Members have access to restricted pages containing slideshows from lectures presented at the Annual Meetings, and to an interactive forum discussing the practice and use of ECT. Please visit the membership page and join our efforts to work towards a high standard of ECT practice across Europe.