A METHODOLOGICAL CRITIQUE OF THE CURRENT STATUS OF EYE-MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION (EMD)

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作者
LOHR, JM [1 ]
KLEINKNECHT, RA [1 ]
CONLEY, AT [1 ]
DALCERRO, S [1 ]
SCHMIDT, J [1 ]
SONNTAG, ME [1 ]
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[1] WESTERN WASHINGTON STATE UNIV,BELLINGHAM,WA 98225
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10.1016/0005-7916(92)90032-E
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B849 [应用心理学];
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040203 ;
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Eye Movement Desensitization (EMD) has been recently advocated as a rapid treatment for the elimination of traumatic memories responsible for the maintenance of a number of anxiety disorders and their clinical correlates. Despite a limited conceptual framework, EMD has attracted considerable interest among clinicians and researchers. The popularity and interest generated by EMD will likely result in wide usage. We present a methodological critique of it with reference to assessment, treatment outcome, and treatment process. We also provide guidelines for judging the methodological adequacy of research on EMD and suggest intensive research to assess effectiveness, treatment components, and comparisons with other procedures.
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