ECT does cause permanent brain damage. The flashes my be due to that or to withdrawal of one of your anti depressants. Ask for you medical notes. Write an advance directive so they are less likely to give ECT to you again.
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click on ECT tab

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watch video

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Read and Bentall’s study of ECT safety and efficacy

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see Harold Sackeim study

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UK Government e-petition