Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy helps the brain process traumatic memories so that they feel less intense and disturbing. Hear how EMDR helped these Veterans find relief. Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories. https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/872/ | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Stress relief with this exercise! — Lateral eye movements, like those used in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, can help reduce stress and alleviate anxiety. This technique is thought to stimulate both sides of the brain, known as bilateral stimulation, which plays a role in how our brain processes emotions and memories.When you move your eyes back and forth, it seems to activate neural pathways that help the brain process and "file away" distressing thoughts or memor