EMDR in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Psychological distress is common among patients with cancer, with severe consequences on their quality of life. Anxiety and depression are the most common clinical presentation of psychological distress in cancer patients, but in some cases cancer may represent a traumatic event resulting in posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Currently, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is considered an evidence-based treatment for PTSD, but recent studies also showed its effectiveness for anxiety and depression. The aim of the present systematic review is to summarize the current literature on the effect of EMDR on cancer-related psychological distress. Methods: A literature search was conducted for peer-reviewed articles about "EMDR" and "cancer pat

SUBMITTER: Portigliatti Pomeri A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7847844 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature