Current research perspectives:  What we know and dont know about EMDR

Besides providing an overview of current EMDR research, this presentation examine related clinical implications. Although EMDR is efficacious in PSTD treatment, different studies have achieved a range of results. Factors that might account for this disparity are examined, and their therapeutic relevance is emphasized. Possible explanations for poor outcomes in phobia/panc disorder studies are discussed, with treatment recommendations highlighted. Although fingings for the contribution of eye-movements are inconclusive, this research suggests aspects of dual attention stimulation that could be clinically monitored. Finally, suggestions are made to assist clinicians in objectively assessing client progress and evaluating edivence from their own practices.

Conference

English

Louise Maxfield

Maxfield, L. (2002, June). Current research perspectives: What we know and don't know about EMDR. Presentation at the 7th EMDR International Association Conference, San Diego, CA