Meaning of the word emdr in English

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emdr

US /ˌiː.em.diːˈɑːr/

UK /ˌiː.em.diːˈɑːr/

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

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Many veterans have found relief from PTSD symptoms through EMDR therapy.

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She decided to try EMDR for her anxiety.

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