THE APPLICATION OF EMDR THERAPY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC PAIN AND ANXIETY IN HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS: A LITERATURE REVIEW
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Anxiety, Chronic pain, EMDR, Hospital Psychology, Prolonged hospitalizationResumen
Chronic pain and emotional disorders associated with prolonged hospitalization represent significant challenges for multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Patients undergoing long periods of hospitalization frequently present symptoms of anxiety, fear, stress, psychological distress, and dissociative manifestations that may worsen their clinical condition and compromise recovery. In this context, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) has emerged as a promising psychotherapeutic approach for the treatment of traumatic experiences and emotional symptoms related to medical conditions. The present study aims to analyze, through a literature review, the effectiveness and applicability of EMDR as a psychological intervention for chronic pain and anxiety in patients undergoing prolonged hospitalization. This is a qualitative bibliographic study, conducted through the analysis of scientific articles, books, and academic documents published in national and international databases. The results indicate that EMDR has the potential to reduce pain intensity, decrease anxious and dissociative symptoms, and promote emotional coping with chronic illnesses. However, the literature highlights challenges related to adapting traditional protocols to the hospital context, as well as the need for properly trained professionals. It is concluded that EMDR constitutes a promising therapeutic strategy in the hospital environment, although further studies are needed to consolidate evidence regarding its effectiveness in different clinical populations.
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