Reducing scratching behavior in atopic dermatitis patients using the EMDR treatment protocol for urge: A pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Itch, and thereby the scratching behavior, is a common complaint in atopic dermatitis. Scratching damages the skin, which in turn worsens the itch. This itch-scratch cycle perpetuates the skin condition and has a major impact on the patient's quality of life. In addition to pharmacological treatment, psychological interventions show promising results in reducing scratching behavior.

Objectives

To investigate the effect of treatment according the EMDR treatment protocol for urge on scratching behavior of atopic dermatitis patients in a controlled study.

Methods

This study applies a multiple baseline across subjects design. Six patients were randomly allocated to different baseline lengths and all of them started registration of scratching behavior at the sam

SUBMITTER: de Veer MR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10110898 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature