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Behavioral Disciplines and Activities > Psychotherapy > Behavior Therapy > Desensitization, Psychologic > Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing

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Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing  

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  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • EMDR
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing

Scope note

  • A technique that induces the processing of disturbing memories and experiences, by stimulating neural mechanisms that are similar to those activated during REM sleep. The technique consists of eye movements following side-to-side movements of the index and middle fingers, or the alternate tapping of the hands on the knees. This procedure triggers the processing of information, thus facilitating the connection of neural networks.

History note

  • 2010

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D057169

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