THE EFFECTIVENESS OF EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND REPROCESSING (EMDR) IN THE TREATMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICALLY TRAUMATIZED INDIVIDUALS: A LITERATURE REVIEW by
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Eye Movement 2 ABSTRACT Williams Christine J. The purpose of this literature review was to investigate the effectiveness of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with traumatized individuals primarily diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In this investigation an overview of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as other approaches in the treatment of traumatized individuals was explored. Included in this investigation is a critical review of controlled research and the use of EMDR. Finally, the information is summarized and recommendations are offered based upon information gathered.
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