In the next few weeks we will be looking at EMDR in the treatment of Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) and then in relation to C-PTSD and addictive behaviours. It has been demonstrated that many addicted individuals also have the co-morbid condition of C-PTSD (although it may be […]
Following on from Part 1 of this blog EMDR in the addiction continuing care process …”Post-EMDR Assessment Toward the end of her EMDR experience, Nancy was able to leave a job where she felt devalued, and she sought more meaningful employment. She attributed this exit to believing that […]
Case Study of a Cross-Addicted Female’s Treatment and Recovery Part 1 There have been suggestions in the literature since 1994 that eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) may serve as an effective adjunct to the addiction treatment process; however, follow-up research in this area has been limited. […]
This study/article (1) is a very interesting insight into how the traumatised brain may be “healed” as the result of EMDR therapy. “Post-traumatic conditions lead to derangement of memory and mood regulation possibly ending with a fear-driven response elicited by internal or external cues associated […]
EMDR interview Francine Shapiro Fascinating and insightful interview with Francine Shapiro originator of EMDR which is used in treating a wide range of disorders such as PTSD. It is often seen as a trauma treatment only but this is partly because Shapiro first developed her ideas by working with […]
Processing the Past via the actions steps, 4-12! by alcoholicsguide How The Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of action helps with emotional dysregulation. A Personal Perspective In this blog I will attempt to explain how the 12 steps of AA, principally the action steps 4 through to 12, have not only connected […]
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