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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for prolonged grief: Theory, research, and practice (Frontiers in Psychiatry)

This paper discusses theory and research regarding the application of EMDR with prolonged grief and gives insight and guidance to clinicians working in this area including a case example.

EMDR therapy treatment for grief and mourning (Oxford, 2024)

In this book, Roger Solomon, Ph.D. addresses EMDR therapists, provides an overall model of EMDR treatment for grief and mourning, and highlights how EMDR can help mourners.

EMDR group therapy: Emerging principles and protocols for trauma and beyond (Springer, 2023)

This 23 chapter book provides both theoretical background and practical applications of using EMDR therapy in group settings with a variety of populations.

The Oxford Handbook of EMDR (Oxford, 2023)

This handbook includes entries on the theoretical framework for EMDR therapy, specific populations, and enhancing clinical competency.

Cognitive therapy and EMDR for reducing psychopathology in bereaved people after the MH17 plane crash: Findings from a randomized controlled trial (Traumatology)

Effects of cognitive therapy & EMDR on persistent complex bereavement disorder, depression & PTSD on bereaved people following plane crash.

EMDR Therapy Treatment of Grief and Mourning in Times of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)

Death of a loved one is universally distressing. The stressful conditions of COVID-19 can compound the trauma of a loss.

Psychological interventions for individuals bereaved by homicide: A systematic review (Trauma Violence Abuse)

Homicide-related mental health difficulties show an increased risk of PTSD, complicated grief (CG), and depression.

EMDR Treatment of Grief and Mourning (Clinical Neuropsychiatry)

Frameworks of grief and mourning that can inform EMDR therapy are discussed, including Rando’s “R” processes.

Treating complicated grief and posttraumatic stress in homicidally bereaved individuals: A randomized controlled trial (Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy)

This RCT examined the effectiveness of CBT and EMDR for homicidally bereaved individuals experiencing complicated grief and PTSD.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures (Guilford, 2018)

This fundamental text by EMDR founder Francine Shapiro outlines the basic principles, protocols and procedures of EMDR therapy.

Participant experiences of eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing vs. cognitive behavioural therapy for grief: Similarities and differences (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)

Study sought to explore participants’ experiences of two therapeutic approaches to grief: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR.

Evaluating the Efficacy of EMDR With Grieving Individuals: A Randomized Control Trial (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)

This study compared the effectiveness of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) with an integrated cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention for grief.

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