Case Report: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Treatment of Female Genital Mutilation

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Authors: Alan Hassard, Ratna Ekanayaka
DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.171356.1
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Abstract

We report a single case history of successful treatment of female genital mutilation with eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. There were other vaginal pain issues. Variations to the standard protocol are noted. For example, substituting target decomposition over the safe place procedure. We demonstrate that EMDR is a possible treatment for FGM. We cannot find any previous case report of EMDR and FGM.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Issues Ureteral procedures and complications Genital Health and Disease

Publication details

Journal / source
F1000Research
Volume
15
Pages
24–24
Publication date
7 January 2026
Language
EN