Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing bei einem patienten mit asperger-syndrom: Ein fallberichtEye movement desensitization and reprocessing in a patient with Asperger's disorder: Case report
Description
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) hat sich als wirkungsvoll in der Behandlung von posttraumatischen Belastungsstörungen (PTBS) erwiesen. Dieser Fall zeigt den erfolgreichen Einsatz von EMDR zur Behandlung von PTBS bei einem Patienten mit Asperger-Syndrom und untersucht potenzielle Schwierigkeiten beim Erkennen und Behandeln von PTBS bei Patienten mit Autismus-Spektrums- Störungen. Unsere Patientin war eine 21-jährige Frau mit diagnostiziertem Asperger-Syndrom und multiplen Traumata, die primär von körperlicher Misshandlung durch ihre Mitschüler herrührten. Die Behandlung wurde hochfrequent durchgeführt und erfolgte an drei Tagen pro Woche über einen Zeitraum von ungefähr drei Wochen mit mindestens einem Tag Intervall zwischen den Sitzungen. Nach 8 EMDRSitzungen verbesserte sich ihr Punktwert auf der Posttraumatic Checklist; diese Ergebnisse waren bei der Katamnese nach 8 Monaten unverändert.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) has demonstrated efficacy in the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This case demonstrates the successful use of EMDR for the treatment of PTSD in a patient with Asperger's disorder and examines potential pitfalls both in detecting and treating PTSD in patients with autism spectrum disorders. Our patient was a 21-year-old female with a diagnosis of Asperger's disorder and multiple traumas stemming primarily from physical abuse at the hands of her peers in school. Treatment was provided in an accelerated format, being provided 3 days a week for approximately 3 weeks leaving at least 1 day in between sessions. After receiving 8 EMDR sessions, her scores improved on the Posttraumatic Checklist with effects maintained at 8-month follow-up.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) has demonstrated efficacy in the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This case demonstrates the successful use of EMDR for the treatment of PTSD in a patient with Asperger's disorder and examines potential pitfalls both in detecting and treating PTSD in patients with autism spectrum disorders. Our patient was a 21-year-old female with a diagnosis of Asperger's disorder and multiple traumas stemming primarily from physical abuse at the hands of her peers in school. Treatment was provided in an accelerated format, being provided 3 days a week for approximately 3 weeks leaving at least 1 day in between sessions. After receiving 8 EMDR sessions, her scores improved on the Posttraumatic Checklist with effects maintained at 8-month follow-up.
Format
Journal
Language
German
Original Work Citation
Kosatka, D., & Ona, C. (2016). [Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing in a patient with Asperger's disorder: Case report]. Journal of EMDR Practice and Research,10(2), E77-E83. doi:10.1891/1933-3196.10.2.E77. German
Citation
“Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing bei einem patienten mit asperger-syndrom: Ein fallberichtEye movement desensitization and reprocessing in a patient with Asperger's disorder: Case report,” Francine Shapiro Library, accessed May 3, 2024, https://francineshapirolibrary.omeka.net/items/show/23846.