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Gemma Unwin1, Sara Willott2, Stacey Hendrickson1
1School of Psychology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities : JARID
|January 12, 2019
Summary
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) shows cautious optimism for individuals with intellectual disabilities, though client and therapist factors can present barriers. Further research is needed for optimal application.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy
- Intellectual Disabilities Research
Background:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a recommended therapy for PTSD.
- Emerging evidence suggests EMDR efficacy for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Acceptability of EMDR for this population remains unevaluated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate process issues in implementing EMDR.
- To explore stakeholder perspectives on EMDR for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Main Methods:
- Conducted semi-structured interviews with adults with intellectual disabilities, clinical psychologists, and a key supporter.
- Analyzed interview data thematically from audio recordings and transcripts.
- Included data from three cases.
Main Results:
- Identified five key themes: EMDR feels different, it's a technical process, the need to work in the present, the importance of talking, and cautious optimism.
- Client and therapist factors emerged as potential barriers.
Conclusions:
- Despite barriers like present-focused work preferences and therapist inexperience, there is cautious optimism for EMDR's utility.
- EMDR may be beneficial for specific individuals under the right circumstances.
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