Consciousness Examined: An Introduction to the Foundations of Neurobiology for EMDR

This article outlines consciousness, information processing, and relationship to eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Article Abstract

“The human mind is difficult to investigate, but the biological foundations of the mind, especially consciousness, are generally regarded as the most daunting. In this article, excerpted from the book Neurobiological Foundations for EMDR Practice (Bergmann, 2012), we introduce and outline aspects of consciousness, information processing, and their relationship to eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). We examine consciousness with respect to three characteristics: unity of perception and function, subjectivity, and prediction. The relationship of these characteristics to EMDR is examined.”

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Article Access

Open Access

Bergmann, U. (2012). Consciousness Examined: An Introduction to the Foundations of Neurobiology for EMDR. Journal of EMDR Practice and Research, 6(3), 87–91. https://doi.org/10.1891/1933-3196.6.3.87

About the Journal

The Journal of EMDR Practice and Research is a peer-reviewed publication devoted to integrative, state-of-the-art papers about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a broadly conceived interdisciplinary journal that stimulates and communicates research and theory about EMDR, and their application to clinical practice. The Journal of EMDR Practice and Research is the Official Publication of the EMDR International Association.