A systematic review of evidence-based treatments for adolescent and adult sexual assault victims (Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association)
Systematic literature review findings support several psychotherapy treatments for treating symptoms after sexual assault, including EMDR.
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The impact on eye movement and desensitization reprocessing of incomplete memory in a drug-facilitated rape: A single case study (Journal of Trauma and Dissociation)
Case study of EMDR for symptoms following a drug-facilitated sexual assault (DFSA), with adaptations to address an incomplete trauma memory.
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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.
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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for childhood sexual abuse memories in men who have sexually offended against children: Changes in perceptions of abuse and offending (Journal of Forensic Psychology Research and Practice)
EMDR could potentially contribute to the reduction of re-offending among adult males who had sexually offended against children.
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The impact of intensive trauma-focused treatment on sexual functioning in individuals with PTSD (Frontiers in Psychology)
Results suggest intensive treatment for PTSD (prolonged exposure, EMDR, physical activity, psychoeducation) can benefit sexual functioning.
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Protocol for a randomized controlled trial in Cambodian individuals with PTSD: Trauma-informed treatment algorithms for advancing novel outcomes (project TITAN) (Contemporary Clinical Trials)
Cambodian participants with PTSD receive Stabilization Techniques or Behavioral Activation plus Stabilization Techniques, and later EMDR.
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Comparative effectiveness of psychological interventions for treating the psychological consequences of sexual abuse in children and adolescents: A network meta-analysis (Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews)
An assessment of the effectiveness of different psychological interventions for the treatment of sexual abuse in children and adolescents.
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Experiences of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing: The voices of cis female survivors of sexual assault (Adelphi University)
This dissertation, holistically explored 18 survivors’ lived experiences seeking and using EMDR in the aftermath of sexual assault.
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Women and PTSD: Using a trauma-informed approach to heal (Psychology Today)
A recent CDC study reveals a sharp rise in sexual violence and attempted suicide rates among teen girls. EMDR can help.
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Utilising EMDR to address trauma with an autistic person with a history of sexual offending (Routledge, 2022)
Case study on unique needs of addressing trauma with someone with autism spectrum disorder to deliver effective therapeutic interventions.
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The effects of bilateral stimulation using eye movements on sexual fantasies with follow-up (Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry)
Bilateral stimulation with eye movements may be a suitable intervention for impairing mental imagery of sexual fantasies.
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Using EMDR to treat intimate partner relationship break-up issues (Frontiers in Psychology)
The Break-Up Aid Procedure (BUAP) is a proposed EMDR intervention designed to address the difficulties of complex break-ups.
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