Editorial: EMDR Treatment of Recent Events and Community Disasters

This editorial introduces this special issue on he application EMDR in situations of community disasters, chaos, disaster, violence, and war.

Article Abstract

“This special issue on eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) treatment of recent events and community disasters gathers information on the application of EMDR in situations of extreme chaos, disaster, violence, and war. The authors provide a global perspective, writing from Israel, Palestine, the United Kingdom, Sri Lanka, the United States, Italy, and Mexico. They describe the effectiveness and utility of EMDR in treating severe distress subsequent to experiences of overwhelming terror, loss, and despair. This is a vital topic, suggesting the possibility of reducing exceptional emotional disturbance, helping restore function and stability to individuals and communities. The reports from these authors are encouraging and hopeful, stimulating thought and suggesting direction and guidance for future research.”

—Description from publisher

Article Access

Open Access

Maxfield, L. (2008). EMDR Treatment of Recent Events and Community Disasters. Journal of EMDR Practice and Research, 2(2), 74–78. https://doi.org/10.1891/1933-3196.2.2.74

About the Journal

Journal of EMDR Practice and Research (JEMDR) is a peer-reviewed publication devoted to integrative, state-of-the-art papers about EMDR therapy. It is a broadly conceived interdisciplinary journal that stimulates and communicates research and theory about EMDR therapy and its application to clinical practice. JEMDR is the official publication of the EMDR International Association.