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Media Releases

Electroconvulsive Therapy in the Modern Age

October 2011
Yes, we still do electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). But fortunately there has been a great deal of progress in the way in which ECT is practiced.

This treatment has been with us for over 70 years and it still retains its place as the most effective antidepressant available. During its history there have been several revolutionary changes to ECT practice.

Multimillion Dollar redevelopment of New Farm Clinic Completed

April 2008
A multimillion dollar redevelopment of New Farm Clinic, which will see the hospital grow to a 90 bed facility offering a range of inpatient and day patient mental health services for the community, has been completed and is now open.