Editorial: EMDR and the AIP model: Healing the scars of trauma

This editorial showcases a collection of research that expands the knowledge base on the Research Topic of EMDR therapy and the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model.

Editorial on the Research Topic
EMDR and the AIP Model: Healing the Scars of Trauma

In the dynamic world of modern psychotherapy, the development of innovative and effective treatment methods is paramount for mental health professionals. Trauma treatment, in particular, is a focal point as it directly impacts the quality of life of individuals and plays a critical role in maintaining psychological well-being. In this context, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model have garnered increasing interest and have been increasingly integrated into clinical practice in recent years (1, 2). EMDR, developed by Francine Shapiro, is designed to alleviate symptoms associated with traumatic memories through structured protocols involving eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation (1). The AIP model posits that trauma disrupts the brain’s ability to process information, leading to maladaptive memory storage. EMDR facilitates the reprocessing of these memories, promoting adaptive resolution and integration into existing memory networks (2). Therefore, as a result of the increasing interest in EMDR and AIP, it has become the subject of many studies and articles.

We are pleased to present this edition’s Research Topic review on EMDR and the AIP. This Research Topic features a total of 16 articles, contributed by 72 authors, and supported by the active collaboration of a significant number of reviewers who consistently engaged with and contributed to this Research Topic. These articles include 4 reviews, 6 randomized controlled trials (RCT), 4 original research, 1 case report, and 1 hypothesis and theory paper. Moreover, a wide range of psychotherapeutic methods were explored in these articles, including EMDR, AIP (2), Online EMDR, EMDR 2.0, the Flash Technique, TF-CBT, VSDT, the AIP-based Professional Intervention Program, and Visual EMDR Situation. The breadth, depth, and diversity of the submissions in this Research Topic highlight the robust nature of research on EMDR in both academic settings and clinical practice. These studies serve as an essential resource for professionals seeking new approaches to trauma therapy. In addition, this Research Topic covered not only trauma and PTSD but also on the effectiveness of EMDR and AIP in treating fibromyalgia, intellectual disabilities, personality disorder, prolonged grief, and obsessive symptoms. A large number of innovative articles offer a deeper understanding of EMDR’s contribution to the healing process for post-traumatic and other mental health symptoms, as well as the novel insights provided by the AIP model in understanding the human mind.”

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Articles in Research Topic Review on EMDR and AIP

 

Article Access

Open Access 

Oren, E., Gündoğmuş, I., & Yaşar, A. B. (2024). EMDR and the AIP model: Healing the scars of trauma. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 15: 1469787. Open access: https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1469787

 

About the Journal

“Frontiers in Psychiatry is an interdisciplinary journal that focuses on translational and ‘bench-to-beside’ approaches to improve therapeutic options for mental illness and consequently to improve patient treatment outcomes.”

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Date
September 24, 2024

Creator(s)
Ehud Oren, İbrahim Gündoğmuş, Alişan Burak Yaşar

Topics
PTSD

Practice & Methods
AIP, Integrative Therapies

Extent
3 pages

Publisher
Frontiers

Rights
Copyright © 2024 Oren, Gündoğmuş and Yaşar. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY).

APA Citation
Oren, U., Gündoğmuş, I., & Yaşar, A. B. (2024). EMDR and the AIP model: Healing the scars of trauma. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 15: 1469787. Open access: https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1469787

Audience
EMDR Therapists, Other Mental Health Professionals

Content Type
Article, Peer-Reviewed

Access Type
External Resource, Open Access

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