Francine Shapiro's book Getting Past Your Past, which introduces Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.  The book explains how EMDR helps process traumatic memories,  alleviating symptoms like anxiety, depression, and physical pain.  Case studies illustrate how unresolved childhood experiences and significant traumas impact present-day functioning, and the text provides self-help exercises and techniques to manage difficult emotions and memories. Additionally, it explores the application of EMDR to various issues, including relationship problems, addiction, and PTSD, emphasizing the importance of processing traumatic memories for overall well-being. The book also includes appendices on finding a clinician and further research on EMDR.

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