Positive internal experiences in PTSD interventions: A critical review (Trauma, Violence, & Abuse)
This study reviewed PTSD interventions to determine whether positive emotions were explicitly addressed and the goals of focusing on these positive internal experiences.
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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy (APA, 2022)
In this book, Russell and Shapiro describe the underlying theory of EMDR and it’s success as an integrative client-centered psychotherapy.
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Efficiency of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing intervention technique on public speaking anxiety and self-esteem among undergraduate nursing students (Journal of Positive School Psychology)
Study showing the EMDR approach is useful in lowering speaking anxiety in public, and improving self-esteem among nursing students.
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Treating combat-related posttraumatic stress disorder using therapeutic fly-fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR) (Journal of Military and Veterans’ Health)
A study on therapeutic fly-fishing and other nature-based methods integrated with EMDR therapy for treating combat-related PTSD.
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Somatic experiencing, EMDR, and brainspotting: An African-centered critique (Routledge, 2021)
This chapter addresses the historical trauma of African Americans and barriers to mental health treatment, including EMDR.
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Protocol of a feasibility trial for an online group parenting intervention with an integrated mental health component for parent refugees and asylum-seekers in the United Kingdom: (LTP + EMDR G-TEP) (SAGE Open Medicine)
Online Learning Through Play and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Group Traumatic Episode Protocol (LTP + EMDR G-TEP)
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EMDR therapy and sexual health: A clinician’s guide (Springer, 2021)
The first book to integrate EMDR Therapy treatment of sexual trauma with a focus on helping clients achieve empowered sexual health.
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Dr. Louise Maxfield Career Retrospective
Dr. Louise Maxfield retired recently from serving as Journal of EMDR Practice and Research editor for 15 years. Throughout her career, Dr. Maxfield made numerous contributions to the EMDR field.
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Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Acute Stress Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD (Australian National Health and Medical Research Council)
Guideline for the prevention and treatment of stress disorders published by the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council.
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Effectiveness of psychological interventions to improve the mental well-being of parents who have experienced traumatic childbirth: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Trauma, Violence, & Abuse)
Systematic review on the effectiveness of psychological interventions on mental well-being of parents who experienced traumatic childbirth.
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The neurophysiology behind trauma-focused therapy modalities used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder across the life course: A systematic review (Trauma, Violence, and Abuse)
This review presents the current state of understanding of trauma-informed modalities in light of current research in neuroscience, analyzing which brain structures and processes are impacted by these modalities and includes EMDR therapy.
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EMDR Therapy and Persons with Disabilities
EMDRIA Member Mary Rixford, LPC, shares her experience utilizing EMDR therapy with clients who have differing abilities.
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