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A report on seventy-eight cases treated by eye movement desensitization
1Pacific Graduate School of Psychology, Palo Alto, CA 94303.
Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry
|September 1, 1991
Summary
Eye Movement Desensitization (EMD) therapy showed moderate success in treating 78 patients across various diagnostic groups. While effective for past trauma, EMD had limited impact on generalized negative themes and cravings.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy
- Trauma Treatment
Background:
- Eye Movement Desensitization (EMD) is a therapeutic technique.
- Its efficacy across diverse psychological conditions requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of EMD in a clinical setting.
- To identify which types of psychological issues respond best to EMD.
Main Methods:
- The study involved 78 cases undergoing EMD treatment.
- Improvement was measured on a scale of 0-3 for 530 disturbing themes.
Main Results:
- A mean improvement of 1.85 was observed across all themes.
- EMD was most effective for past trauma (scoring 2.0 or better in most groups).
- Treatment showed limited efficacy for generalized negative themes and cravings.
Conclusions:
- EMD demonstrates potential as a treatment for certain psychological issues, particularly past trauma.
- Further research with rigorous methodologies is recommended to confirm findings and explore limitations.