Eye movement desentization and reprocessing: Treatment of choice for critical incident trauma

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a new therapeutic procedure that is effective in treating the traumatic impact of critical incidents. EMDR was developed in 1987 by Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. It was originally introduced as a rapid treatment modality for traumatic memories and anxiety (Shapiro, 1989a,b) but is currently being applied to a wide range of complaints (Shapiro, 1991a). Following a critical incident, EMDR can be effective in reducing physiological tension, reducing traumatic symptomology, and shifting cognitive beliefs.

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R, M. Solomon

Solomon, R. M. (191, September). Eye movement desentization and reprocessing: Treatment of choice for critical incident trauma. Presentation at the Eighth User's Stress Workshop,