What treatment were available prior to lobotomy to deal with out of control patients?

Prior to lobotomy, treatments for out-of-control patients included restraints, sedation with tranquilizers, and various forms of physical therapies such as hydrotherapy and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Psychiatrists often relied on long-term hospitalization in asylums, where patients could be managed in a controlled environment. Additionally, some treatments involved psychosocial approaches, including talk therapy, though these were less effective for severe cases. Overall, the options were quite limited and often harsh compared to modern standards.