Eye Movement

More than 20,000 people have been educated to utilize the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) technique since it was established in 1989 by psychologist Francine Shapiro. When Shapiro was out on a stroll in the woods one day, she observed that her bad feelings began to subside when she moved her eyes rapidly from side to side. This led her to theorize that EMDR could have some beneficial benefits. In a similar vein, she discovered that patients had the same good impact. People who have gone through traumatic situations and who participate in EMDR treatment may find that it ...

Transform your relationship with difficult memories and emotions using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) techniques you can practice at home. This practical workbook breaks down professional-grade therapeutic methods into simple, daily exercises anyone can use to reduce anxiety, process trauma, lift depression, and build emotional resilience.

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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders. During EMDR therapy sessions, you relive traumatic or triggering experiences in brief doses while the therapist directs your eye movements.

Hormonal fluctuations, such as those experienced during pregnancy, menopause, or while taking birth control pills, can lead to dry eyes. Contact lens wear: Improperly fitted or overused contact lenses can cause dry eyes due to reduced oxygen flow to the cornea. Eyelid problems: Conditions like eyelid inflammation (blepharitis), incomplete closure of the eyelids (lagophthalmos), or eyelid deformities can result in inadequate tear distribution and dry eyes.

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