Question

A somewhat controversial treatment method for PTSD requires the client to maintain awareness of one or more of (1) an image of the memory, (2) a negative self-statement or assessment of the trauma, (3) the physical feelings of the anxiety-provoking event. What is this particular treatment method called?

Answer 1

The correct answer to the question: What is this particular treatment method called, would be: EMDR, or, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy.

Step-by-step explanation:

This mode of therapy is known as style of psychotherapy which has been most successfully used in the treatment of PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder). Although a bit controversial because it requires a person to be exposed to his/her traumatic memories, or images, while the therapist guides the patient to move his/her eyes and focus on something else, while remembering, and then reflect on the responses of the body, the idea has been successful, especially in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and other conditions. The expected end result is that desensitization and reprocessing of the stressful situation happens, until it becomes non-harmful.