Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing

MacCulloch, Malcolm J.

doi:10.1192/apt.5.2.120

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“…This is accompanied by bilateral stimulation, usually in the form of saccadic eye movements. The process of EMDR (Box 1) has been extensively reviewed in APT by MacCulloch (1999) and elsewhere by Shapiro & Maxfield (2002), and it is only briefly summarised here.…”

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Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing: an update

Coetzee¹,

Regel²

2005

Adv. psychiatr. treat

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Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) is a relatively recent therapeutic approach to the treatment of traumatic memories in the wake of psychological trauma such as those found in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is based on the theory that bilateral stimulation, mostly in the form of eye movements, allows the processing of traumatic memories. While the patient focuses on specific images, negative sensations and associated cognitions, bilateral stimulation is applied to desensitise the individual to these memories and more positive sensations and cognitions are introduced. Although there is still uncertainty about the theoretical concepts underlying EMDR and the role of bilateral stimulation, it is an effective and proven treatment for PTSD and traumatic memories. It should form part of treatment approaches offered to individuals with PTSD.

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Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing: an update

Coetzee¹,

Regel²

2005

Adv. psychiatr. treat

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“…In this study, we aimed to use video game technologies, including motion graphics and emotionally charged scenarios, to explore the relationship between eye movements as well as game play and brain wave activities. Eye movement is involved in memory recall and disruption of normal eye movement patterns that form the basis of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, wherein forced eye movements activate neurological pathways to treat the participant [ 2 - 5 ]. Designing similar eye movement activities into video game play could create a more engaging experience for the user.…”

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“…Despite the fact that it is a relatively new treatment, studies have shown that the effectiveness of EMDR is similar to that of the more traditional trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of PTSD in adults [ 4 ]. In addition, EMDR therapy has helped manage previously untreatable cases of PTSD [ 5 ].…”

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Investigating the Relationship Between Eye Movement and Brain Wave Activity Using Video Games: Pilot Study

Wang

2018

JMIR Serious Games

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BackgroundAll eye movements are related in one way or another to our mental processes with lateral eye movements being associated with the different hemispheres of the brain. Eye movement techniques form the basis of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, wherein forced eye movements activate neurological pathways to treat the subject.ObjectiveThe objective of our study was to examine the relationship between players' eye movements and their brain wave activities using a video game.MethodsWe used similar eye movement techniques in the form of a video game called Lifeguard that could potentially stimulate different eye movement mode and create a more engaging experience for the user. By designing an experiment, we further explored the differences in electroencephalogram spectral power activity for the alpha, beta, theta, delta, and gamma frequency bands in Lifeguard and Tetris.ResultsThe game based on eye movement technologies resulted in decreased delta power and increased beta power, but significant difference between 2 games was not found.ConclusionsThe applied uses of this research could mean that eye movement desensitization and reprocessing can be conducted in a more fun and engaging way through the use of gaming technology.

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“…In this study, we aimed to use video game technologies, including motion graphics and emotionally charged scenarios, to explore the relationship between eye movements as well as game play and brain wave activities. Eye movement is involved in memory recall and disruption of normal eye movement patterns that form the basis of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, wherein forced eye movements activate neurological pathways to treat the participant [2][3][4][5]. Designing similar eye movement activities into video game play could create a more engaging experience for the user.…”

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confidence: 99%

Investigating the Relationship Between Eye Movement and Brain Wave Activity Using Video Games: Pilot Study (Preprint)

Wang¹,

Yu²

2017

Preprint

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BACKGROUND All eye movements are related in one way or another to our mental processes with lateral eye movements being associated with the different hemispheres of the brain. Eye movement techniques form the basis of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, wherein forced eye movements activate neurological pathways to treat the subject. OBJECTIVE The objective of our study was to examine the relationship between players' eye movements and their brain wave activities using a video game. METHODS We used similar eye movement techniques in the form of a video game called Lifeguard that could potentially stimulate different eye movement mode and create a more engaging experience for the user. By designing an experiment, we further explored the differences in electroencephalogram spectral power activity for the alpha, beta, theta, delta, and gamma frequency bands in Lifeguard and Tetris. RESULTS The game based on eye movement technologies resulted in decreased delta power and increased beta power, but significant difference between 2 games was not found. CONCLUSIONS The applied uses of this research could mean that eye movement desensitization and reprocessing can be conducted in a more fun and engaging way through the use of gaming technology.

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Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing

Cited by 5 publications

References 24 publications

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing: an update

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing: an update

Investigating the Relationship Between Eye Movement and Brain Wave Activity Using Video Games: Pilot Study

Investigating the Relationship Between Eye Movement and Brain Wave Activity Using Video Games: Pilot Study (Preprint)

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