Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR): Information processing in the treatment of trauma (Journal of Clinical Psychology)

This article provides an overview of 20 controlled-outcome studies and describes Shapiro’s Adaptive Information Processing model.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing: A treatment efficacy model (Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy)

This article reviews the debate concerning efficacy and concludes that the evidence, though not definitive, supports EMDR’s positive treatment effects.

Participation of the thalamic CM-Pf complex in attentional orienting (Journal of Nuerophysiology)

Study that draws mechanisms of action conversations toward dual attention and orienting responses models emphasizing the importance of “attention switching” and “context updating.”

Implementation of EMDR(R) with cancer patients: Research (Health SA Gesondheid)

Study on EMDR(R) for patients traumatised by a cancer diagnosis/treatment, as indicated by depression, anxiety, satisfaction with life, etc.

The orientating reflex: The “Targeting Reaction” and “Searchlight of Attention” (Neuroscience and Behavioral Physiology)

Two main systems form the orientating reflex: the “targeting reaction” and the “searchlight of attention.”

Psychological treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder: A single case study of a UK police officer (Mental Health Practice)

A single case study design is used to describe how a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR therapy was successfully used to treat a police officer.

Mindfulness, dissociation, EMDR and the anterior cingulate cortex: A hypothesis (Contemporary Hypnosis)

This article presents hypotheses on the neurobiology of a mindfulness–dissociation continuum, including EMDR.

Impact of Event Scale: psychometric properties (Cambridge University Press)

IES is a measure of stress reactions after a range of traumatic events, and it is valuable for detecting individuals who require treatment.

Chapter 15 – Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) (Elsevier, 2002)

This chapter explores the pathophysiology of PTSD, focusing on its underlying mechanisms, associated risk factors, and high-risk populations. EMDR therapy, among other interventions, is reviewed for its effectiveness in symptom management.

A controlled study of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for boys with conduct problems (Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment, and Trauma)

We suggest that trauma contributes to conduct problems. EMDR was used as a trauma treatment for boys with conduct issues with good results.

A peer support workshop for the treatment of traumatic stress of railroad personnel: Contributions of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) (Journal of Brief Therapy)

Explore how a peer support workshop and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can help railroad workers cope with grief and trauma.

A critical evaluation of current views regarding eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR): Clarifying points of confusion (Journal of Clinical Psychology)

This article examines points of confusion in the literature on EMDR, including the theoretical, empirical, and historical issues around EMDR.