What does Affect include?
Body sensations, emotions, and feeling states
Affect is a key component in understanding emotional responses.
What is the focus of AF-EMDR?
Addresses pain of loneliness, worthlessness, powerlessness, and insecurity due to chronic relational disconnection
AF-EMDR is a therapeutic approach that specifically targets emotional pain related to interpersonal issues.
What are some causes of emotional pain according to AF-EMDR?
- Trauma
- Verbal or physical abuse
- Emotional or physical neglect
- Unmet psychological needs
These causes highlight the impact of relational experiences on emotional well-being.
What does the term ‘Level of Activation’ refer to?
It is a measure of emotional intensity or arousal
Understanding the level of activation can help in assessing emotional responses.
How is emotion interpreted in the context of Affect?
Emotion is a subjective interpretation of affective states
This emphasizes the personal nature of emotional experiences.
What does chronic relational disconnection lead to?
Pain of loneliness, worthlessness, powerlessness, and insecurity
Chronic disconnection can have profound psychological effects on individuals.
What can social and emotional pain from rejection be perceived as?
Genuine physical pain
This suggests a strong connection between emotional and physical experiences.
Fill in the blank: AF-EMDR addresses the pain of _______.
loneliness, worthlessness, powerlessness, and insecurity
These feelings are often rooted in relational issues.
