February 2020 Flash Webinar Please provide your name (will be used on your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Bruce Ecker, transformational change provides: Full symptom reduction Effortless permanence Absence of triggers All of the above None 2. All non-trauma memories are altered, at least slightly, each time they are recalled. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of a trauma memory is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch Retrieval of the memory All of the above None 4. Which is NOT true about the development of the flash technique? Was initially developed by Dr. Philip Manfield Originally developed six years ago Development is still happening Development has been guided by observation of what seems to work The flash technique is supported by at least three research studies currently submitted for publication None 5. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. Which is an indication of the likelihood of the existence of a feeder memory? The client was surprised at the reactions when the original trauma occurred It is an example of a repeating upset It is recent The cognitive distortion involved is familiar to the client and predates the trauma All of the above None 6. Initial activation of the target occurs primarily during which EMDR Phase? History Preparation Assessment Desensitization None 7. Which memories would the flash technique probably NOT be used for? Memories involving loss Severely disturbing memories A memory that has a feeder memory Moderately disturbing memories None 8. During processing (BLS) with the flash technique, clients must be: In a highly suggestible state Consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory Fully understanding of why the process works Willing to try to follow the given instructions None of the above None 9. What should clients be thinking about when doing the flash technique? A cue word An engaging focus (memory, animal, person, activity etc.) Lunch Whether the process is working Nothing. The client must be in a meditative state. None 10. Clients are willing to process overwhelming memories with the flash technique because: It doesn't require them to feel the pain connected with those memories. They do not necessarily need to give details of the memory It’s fast If it doesn’t work, it does not cause retraumatization All of the above None 11. A “feeder” memory to a trauma memory is an earlier memory that Has the same physical sensation associated with it Is at least as disturbing as the trauma memory Involves the same emotions Contributes to the intensity of the trauma memory All of the above None 12. Which of the following clients was the flash technique NOT developed to assist in the treatment of? Clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. Clients who have difficulty connecting to their affect Clients who have a strong need to be in control Clients who are easily treated with EMDR Clients who are not well resourced None 13. Before receiving the flash technique clients must Bring their tendency to dissociate under control Be extensively resourced Visualize the trauma Be able to maintain attention on a positive engaging focus if only intermittently None of the above None 14. What are typical features of EMDR desensitization phase that are common to the flash technique? After each set of bilateral stimulation, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” The therapist asks “what is the most disturbing part” The client cries The client may be confused about why they feel better All are common to the Flash Technique. None 15. Which population has not been part of a research study related to the flash technique? Men in a homeless shelter Therapists taking a non-flash-related workshop Therapists taking a flash technique webinar Children taken from their parents at a US border crossing None of the above have been part of research studies None 16. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should: Tell the client that some disturbance when flashing is normal Consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. Do some resourcing Explain to the client that this may represent another channel of the same target. None of the above None 17. According to Bruce Ecker, which if the following therapies can produce transformational change. Graduated exposure Jungian analysis EMDR Freudian analysis None of the above. None 18. Which should NOT happen in preparing a client to do the flash technique The therapist assesses how disturbing the target is The client gives a detailed account of the memory to be processed The therapist asks questions intended to determine if there is a feeder memory The therapist may tell the client that it is not necessary to reveal the specific nature of the trauma memory All of the above None 19. Some of the advantages of the most recent version of the flash technique over the version described in the original paper are It tends to be faster The memory almost never becomes “sticky". The client’s role is easier to communicate There are less performance concerns on the part of the client All of the above None 20. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 21. When a therapist is using the flash technique, when should the therapist usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. When the progress from a set of five triples (after the first set of five triples) in the flash technique is below two points on the SUD scale When the client thinks they are not doing the flash technique right When the SUD level has gotten to zero. None of the above None 22. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 23. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some sets of triple flashes? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 24. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 25. Which aspect of the current flash technique protocol helps to prevent clients from actively thinking about the disturbing memory during processing? Clients are asked to focus on a positive engaging memory. If the therapist elicits the client’s disturbance level (SUDS), the therapist asks how disturbing the client thinks it would be if they were to think about it. Clients are cautioned not to try to evaluate if the process is “working” until the process has been completed. All of the above. None 26. The prospect of using the flash technique in areas of the world with a scarcity of trained mental health professionals is enhanced by which of these factors? It has been shown to be safe, with extremely few reports of any increase in disturbance during its use. It is easily taught to clinicians. Many of the common issues that complicate treatment, like dissociation, flooding and extreme shame do not seem to play a role in processing with the flash technique. All of the above None 27. The discovery of the flash technique occurred: As a sudden insight during a particularly difficult session. As an attempt to use Krystina Kinowski’s “Paired Titration” technique in a more extreme way. As a rebellion against traditional exposure techniques. As a spontaneous knowing that came to the developer one morning as he was getting out of bed. None of the above None 28. Which phases of EMDR are likely to be omitted if the flash technique is particularly effective? History and Preparation Assessment and Desensitization Installation and Body Scan Closure and Reevaluation None of the above None 29. Which would qualify as a “prediction error” as described in memory reconsolidation research? The client feels afraid when the bell rings, but sees over and over that the bell does not hurt him. The client finds that Valium leads to a less intense reaction to the memory. The client seems to be relaxing while thinking of the memory. The weather on the present day is different than the weather when the original trauma occurred. All of the above. None 30. Memory “retrieval” as it applies to memory reconsolidation theory necessarily involves Conscious recall of the narrative of the memory Reexperiencing of the affect associated with the memory Vivid recollection of images from the memory “Reexperiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 31. Dr. Paul Siegel’s research shows that exposing spider phobic subjects to unreportable images of spiders: Reduces the subjects fear of spiders. Makes the spiders less fearful of people Make the subjects more fearful of spiders Makes the subjects more fearful of other insects None of the above None 32. Implicit working memory is Job benefits that are expected but unstated Mental material that can be used or modified outside of awareness Dim memories of places one has worked None of the above None 33. When the client is tapping their thighs, they should not Think of their positive engaging focus Think briefly of their disturbing memory Blink their eyes Listen to music All of the above None 34. The positive engaging focus should not Involve another person Involve a sports team Involve a tropical island Involve a person who was part of the disturbing memory Involve a rock concert None 35. The flash technique will not work if The client gets too involved in the PEF The client has trouble tapping and blinking at the same time The client tries to process a terribly disturbing memory The client checks to see whether the Flash technique is working during the tapping The client closes his/her eyes during the tapping None 36. For the flash technique to be effective The client must believe it can help The client must blink exactly 3 times when the therapist requests it The client must be able to be completely distracted from the painful memory by the PEF All of the above None 37. Dr. Paul Siegel’s fMRI studies showed that the brain areas that processed fear Were more active when the spider images were flashed too rapidly to consciously see Were unaffected when the spider images were flashed too rapidly to consciously see Were more active when the spider images were flashed slowly enough to be clearly seen None of the above None 38. The Flash Technique will not work unless the client knows what negative cognition is associated with their disturbing memory. True False None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
Please complete the quiz below to receive a certificate of completion for the online training. Please provide your name: Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Dr. Philip Manfield, even in the preparation phase, some processing appears to take place during flash technique. True False None 2. Paul Siegel’s research has shown that spider phobic subjects: become less phobic by viewing images shown too fast to identify get upset even though they cannot report what they have seen become more fearful of spiders after viewing unreportable images none of the above None 3. The flash technique was first developed by Dr. Philip Manfield in 2004. True False None 4. It is usually more advantageous to process the “feeder memory” for a particular target than to process the target itself. True False None 5. In the current version of the flash technique protocol, clients are asked to Think of the target memory with each “flash” Think of the target memory for only a “nano-second” when flashing. Not think of the target memory at all when flashing Think only of their engaging focus and then it is not necessary to flash Think, when flashing, of passing their finger through a flame. None 6. When flashing, clients need to access their disturbing target memory very quickly. True False None 7. The flash technique is helpful for dissociative clients because they do not access their disturbance, so that there is no need to dissociate. True False None 8. If the client reports no change after the first five triple blinks The therapist should move to the assessment phase of EMDR The client should be asked to float back to an earlier memory The client should be asked to find a different PEF The client should be asked to focus again on the PEF and do five more triple blinks before any changes are suggested None of the above None 9. For the flash technique to be effective, it is crucial during processing that the client be consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory. True False None 10. Which of the following can be used as a Positive Engaging Focus A memory of pleasurable backpacking. Nursing your baby. A memorable sporting event. A favorite song. All of the above. None 11. After completing a set of five triple flashes, the therapist says: What comes up for you now? What does this mean to you? What is the worst moment of this memory? Does the memory seem different now in any way? None of the above. None 12. The ACE study showed the traumatic events in childhood have no lasting effects. True False None 13. If a client’s SUD score doesn’t reduce after flashing The PEF may not have been strong enough. The client may have a feeder memory that needs to be processed. There may be blocking beliefs that need addressing. Any of the above. None 14. With the current version of the flash technique, clients who are not experiencing reductions in disturbance are often asked to try to make their contact with the target briefer. True False None 15. Paul Siegel’s research indicates the reduction in fear of spiders achieved by viewing unreportable images persists for at least a year True False None 16. The therapist should make sure the client can do a single flash easily without disturbance before beginning triple flashes. True False None 17. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing five flashes. The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 18. Examples of blocking beliefs are If I was not upset over what happened, it would mean it wasn’t that big a deal. If I wasn’t afraid, I wouldn’t be safe If I wasn’t suffering, it would mean I didn’t care about the person I lost. If I wasn’t disturbed, I would be letting the perpetrator off the hook. All of the above None 19. When a client says the traumatic image seems further away, it indicates The client’s eyes are getting tired. The client is dissociating. The client is avoiding contact with the trauma. The client is gaining adult perspective. None of the above. None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
November 16th Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Welcome to your November 16th Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Please provide your name (will be used on your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Bruce Ecker, transformational change provides: Full symptom reduction Effortless permanence Absence of triggers All of the above None 2. All non-trauma memories are altered, at least slightly, each time they are recalled. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of a trauma memory is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch Retrieval of the memory All of the above None 4. Which is NOT true about the development of the flash technique? Was initially developed by Dr. Philip Manfield Originally developed six years ago Development is still happening Development has been guided by observation of what seems to work The flash technique is supported by at least three research studies currently submitted for publication None 5. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. Which is an indication of the likelihood of the existence of a feeder memory? The client was surprised at the reactions when the original trauma occurred It is an example of a repeating upset It is recent The cognitive distortion involved is familiar to the client and predates the trauma All of the above None 6. Initial activation of the target occurs primarily during which EMDR Phase? History Preparation Assessment Desensitization None 7. Which memories would the flash technique probably NOT be used for? Memories involving loss Severely disturbing memories A memory that has a feeder memory Moderately disturbing memories None 8. During processing (BLS) with the flash technique, clients must be: In a highly suggestible state Consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory Fully understanding of why the process works Willing to try to follow the given instructions None of the above None 9. What should clients be thinking about when doing the flash technique? A cue word An engaging focus (memory, animal, person, activity etc.) Lunch Whether the process is working Nothing. The client must be in a meditative state. None 10. Clients are willing to process overwhelming memories with the flash technique because: It doesn't require them to feel the pain connected with those memories. They do not necessarily need to give details of the memory It’s fast If it doesn’t work, it does not cause retraumatization All of the above None 11. A “feeder” memory to a trauma memory is an earlier memory that Has the same physical sensation associated with it Is at least as disturbing as the trauma memory Involves the same emotions Contributes to the intensity of the trauma memory All of the above None 12. Which of the following clients was the flash technique NOT developed to assist in the treatment of? Clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. Clients who have difficulty connecting to their affect Clients who have a strong need to be in control Clients who are easily treated with EMDR Clients who are not well resourced None 13. Before receiving the flash technique clients must Bring their tendency to dissociate under control Be extensively resourced Visualize the trauma Be able to maintain attention on a positive engaging focus if only intermittently None of the above None 14. What are typical features of EMDR desensitization phase that are common to the flash technique? After each set of bilateral stimulation, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” The therapist asks “what is the most disturbing part” The client cries The client may be confused about why they feel better All are common to the Flash Technique. None 15. Which population has not been part of a research study related to the flash technique? Men in a homeless shelter Therapists taking a non-flash-related workshop Therapists taking a flash technique webinar Children taken from their parents at a US border crossing None of the above have been part of research studies None 16. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should: Tell the client that some disturbance when flashing is normal Consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. Do some resourcing Explain to the client that this may represent another channel of the same target. None of the above None 17. According to Bruce Ecker, which if the following therapies can produce transformational change. Graduated exposure Jungian analysis EMDR Freudian analysis None of the above. None 18. Which should NOT happen in preparing a client to do the flash technique The therapist assesses how disturbing the target is The client gives a detailed account of the memory to be processed The therapist asks questions intended to determine if there is a feeder memory The therapist may tell the client that it is not necessary to reveal the specific nature of the trauma memory All of the above None 19. Some of the advantages of the most recent version of the flash technique over the version described in the original paper are It tends to be faster The memory almost never becomes “sticky". The client’s role is easier to communicate There are less performance concerns on the part of the client All of the above None 20. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 21. When a therapist is using the flash technique, when should the therapist usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. When the progress from a set of five triples (after the first set of five triples) in the flash technique is below two points on the SUD scale When the client thinks they are not doing the flash technique right When the SUD level has gotten to zero. None of the above None 22. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 23. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some sets of triple flashes? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 24. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 25. Which aspect of the current flash technique protocol helps to prevent clients from actively thinking about the disturbing memory during processing? Clients are asked to focus on a positive engaging memory. If the therapist elicits the client’s disturbance level (SUDS), the therapist asks how disturbing the client thinks it would be if they were to think about it. Clients are cautioned not to try to evaluate if the process is “working” until the process has been completed. All of the above. None 26. The prospect of using the flash technique in areas of the world with a scarcity of trained mental health professionals is enhanced by which of these factors? It has been shown to be safe, with extremely few reports of any increase in disturbance during its use. It is easily taught to clinicians. Many of the common issues that complicate treatment, like dissociation, flooding and extreme shame do not seem to play a role in processing with the flash technique. All of the above None 27. The discovery of the flash technique occurred: As a sudden insight during a particularly difficult session. As an attempt to use Krystina Kinowski’s “Paired Titration” technique in a more extreme way. As a rebellion against traditional exposure techniques. As a spontaneous knowing that came to the developer one morning as he was getting out of bed. None of the above None 28. Which phases of EMDR are likely to be omitted if the flash technique is particularly effective? History and Preparation Assessment and Desensitization Installation and Body Scan Closure and Reevaluation None of the above None 29. Which would qualify as a “prediction error” as described in memory reconsolidation research? The client feels afraid when the bell rings, but sees over and over that the bell does not hurt him. The client finds that Valium leads to a less intense reaction to the memory. The client seems to be relaxing while thinking of the memory. The weather on the present day is different than the weather when the original trauma occurred. All of the above. None 30. Memory “retrieval” as it applies to memory reconsolidation theory necessarily involves Conscious recall of the narrative of the memory Reexperiencing of the affect associated with the memory Vivid recollection of images from the memory “Reexperiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 31. Dr. Paul Siegel’s research shows that exposing spider phobic subjects to unreportable images of spiders: Reduces the subjects fear of spiders. Makes the spiders less fearful of people Make the subjects more fearful of spiders Makes the subjects more fearful of other insects None of the above None 32. Implicit working memory is Job benefits that are expected but unstated Mental material that can be used or modified outside of awareness Dim memories of places one has worked None of the above None 33. When the client is tapping their thighs, they should not Think of their positive engaging focus Think briefly of their disturbing memory Blink their eyes Listen to music All of the above None 34. The positive engaging focus should not Involve another person Involve a sports team Involve a tropical island Involve a person who was part of the disturbing memory Involve a rock concert None 35. The flash technique will not work if The client gets too involved in the PEF The client has trouble tapping and blinking at the same time The client tries to process a terribly disturbing memory The client checks to see whether the Flash technique is working during the tapping The client closes his/her eyes during the tapping None 36. For the flash technique to be effective The client must believe it can help The client must blink exactly 3 times when the therapist requests it The client must be able to be completely distracted from the painful memory by the PEF All of the above None 37. Dr. Paul Siegel’s fMRI studies showed that the brain areas that processed fear Were more active when the spider images were flashed too rapidly to consciously see Were unaffected when the spider images were flashed too rapidly to consciously see Were more active when the spider images were flashed slowly enough to be clearly seen None of the above None 38. The Flash Technique will not work unless the client knows what negative cognition is associated with their disturbing memory. True False None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
EMDR Video Course Quiz: Two Sessions of Trauma Processing Please complete the following quiz to receive a certificate of completion for the EMDR video course. Please provide your name (for your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. In Session One, the therapist uses Cadence Comments. The purpose of these comments is to: Help keep the client connected to the therapist Help keep the client resourced Help keep the client tied partially to the present All of the above None 2. In Session One, which phrase is NOT used as a cadence comment? Just Notice That's Right Good Keep Noticing All are used None 3. According to Session One, which statement is NOT true about Negative Cognition? Negative Cognition is the negative thought about self when thinking of the target event Negative Cognition is the residual cognitive distortion precipitated by the target event Negative Cognition is something you say about yourself that sticks with you when you think of that memory Negative Cognition is about the self or one's view of the world Negative Cognition is a statement that feels true on a gut level but we know it is not really true All are true None 4. In Session One, what reason was stated for deciding an earlier memory was NOT a feeder memory? SUDS in the earlier memory were not as high as that of the original memory The emotion in the earlier memory was not the same as in the original one The negative cognition in the two memories was different The client's memory of the earlier memory was not as clear as it was of the original memory None of the above None 5. In Session One, when did the therapist check SUDS? Before asking the image of the worst part of the memory Before deciding what the target would be When an earlier memory came up After asking the emotions during the assessment phase All of the above None 6. As stated in Session One, when should a therapist summarize the elements of a target? Before beginning Desensitization and Reprocessing When checking the SUDS When returning to target When beginning installation All of the above None 7. In Session Two, what is stated about a strong sensation? Should be reviewed by a physician before EMDR on the related issue is begun May be a danger sign because it may be an indication of dissociation May not be relevant to trauma processing Makes it relatively easy to find a good target None of the above None 8. In Session Two, the clinician asks the client to focus on a sensation and then "floatback to an early memory." The video titles states that: The clinician is not being clear enough about what the client should look for In precise terms, this is a Floatback This is a standard Somatic Bridge This is known as an Affect Bridge All of the above None 9. Unusually strong feelings, more than the incident should typically merit, usually means: There is a feeder memory The client is dissociating The client is exaggerating The client has boundary problems None of the above None 10. In Session Two, which is NOT true? The clinician looks for a negative cognition that is: Stated in precise terms Sufficiently general Recognized by the client rationally as a distortion Applies to both the beginning target and the feeder memory All of the above None 11. In Session Two, which factors contributed to the final target selection? The client stated that when she volunteered she was not expecting to be videotaped The client stated that she hated having her picture taken The client thought of the ultimate target when she was asked to float back The client became tearful and felt sick to her stomach The client felt a weight in her chest All of the above None 12. In Session Two, what did NOT occur during the processing of the target? The therapist knocked over something with his wand The client remembered that her sense of humor was enjoyed by her mother The client remembered liking her yearbook picture The client felt sad about how much of her life she had been afraid All of the above occurred None of the above occurred None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire course and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
August 10 Advanced Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Please complete the quiz below to receive a certificate of completion for the online training. Please provide your name: Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Dr. Philip Manfield, even in the preparation phase, some processing appears to take place during flash technique. True False None 2. Paul Siegel’s research has shown that spider phobic subjects: become less phobic by viewing images shown too fast to identify get upset even though they cannot report what they have seen become more fearful of spiders after viewing unreportable images none of the above None 3. The flash technique was first developed by Dr. Philip Manfield in 2004. True False None 4. It is usually more advantageous to process the “feeder memory” for a particular target than to process the target itself. True False None 5. In the current version of the flash technique protocol, clients are asked to Think of the target memory with each “flash” Think of the target memory for only a “nano-second” when flashing. Not think of the target memory at all when flashing Think only of their engaging focus and then it is not necessary to flash Think, when flashing, of passing their finger through a flame. None 6. When flashing, clients need to access their disturbing target memory very quickly. True False None 7. The flash technique is helpful for dissociative clients because they do not access their disturbance, so that there is no need to dissociate. True False None 8. In the current version of the flash technique protocol, there is less need for metaphors, because clients do not tend to make undesirable contact with the trauma memory. True False None 9. For the flash technique to be effective, it is crucial during processing that the client be consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory. True False None 10. Which of the following can be used as a Positive Engaging Focus A memory of pleasurable backpacking. Nursing your baby. A memorable sporting event. A favorite song. All of the above. None 11. After completing a set of five triple flashes, the therapist says: What comes up for you now? What does this mean to you? What is the worst moment of this memory? Does the memory seem different now in any way? None of the above. None 12. The ACE study showed the traumatic events in childhood have no lasting effects. True False None 13. If a client’s SUD score doesn’t reduce after flashing The PEF may not have been strong enough. The client may have a feeder memory that needs to be processed. There may be blocking beliefs that need addressing. Any of the above. None 14. A mistake in doing the current version of the flash technique is: Client is told, “If it doesn’t work, you haven’t lost anything except maybe five minutes.” Client is told, “Now, do the exact same thing, except this time blink three times rapidly.” Client is instructed, “Now flash on the new memory you just thought of.” Client is told it is okay if you can’t remember exactly what happened. None of the above. None 15. With the current version of the flash technique, clients who are not experiencing reductions in disturbance are often asked to try to make their contact with the target briefer. True False None 16. Paul Siegel’s research indicates the reduction in fear of spiders achieved by viewing unreportable images persists for at least a year True False None 17. The therapist should make sure the client can do a single flash easily without disturbance before beginning triple flashes. True False None 18. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing five flashes. The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 19. Examples of blocking beliefs are If I was not upset over what happened, it would mean it wasn’t that big a deal. If I wasn’t afraid, I wouldn’t be safe If I wasn’t suffering, it would mean I didn’t care about the person I lost. If I wasn’t disturbed, I would be letting the perpetrator off the hook. All of the above None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
July 13 Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Welcome to your July 13 Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Please provide your name (will be used on your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Bruce Ecker, transformational change provides: Full symptom reduction Effortless permanence Absence of triggers All of the above None 2. All non-trauma memories are altered, at least slightly, each time they are recalled. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of a trauma memory is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch Retrieval of the memory All of the above None 4. Which is NOT true about the development of the flash technique? Was initially developed by Dr. Philip Manfield Originally developed six years ago Development is still happening Development has been guided by observation of what seems to work The flash technique is supported by at least three research studies currently submitted for publication None 5. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. Which is an indication of the likelihood of the existence of a feeder memory? The client was surprised at the reactions when the original trauma occurred It is an example of a repeating upset It is recent The cognitive distortion involved is familiar to the client and predates the trauma All of the above None 6. Initial activation of the target occurs primarily during which EMDR Phase? History Preparation Assessment Desensitization None 7. In the most recent evolution of the flash technique, when would the client NEVER be asked to think about the trauma memory? After five sets of triple flashes When identifying what memory will be worked on Right before the client “flashes.” When determining the SUDS associated with the target None of the above None 8. Which memories would the flash technique probably NOT be used for? Memories involving loss Severely disturbing memories A memory that has a feeder memory Moderately disturbing memories None 9. EMDR has been criticized for: “EMDR therapists” sometimes only do resourcing to the exclusion of trauma processing. Clients sometimes become overly activated during EMDR It is minimally effective for “early onset PTSD.” All of the above None 10. During processing (BLS) with the flash technique, clients must be: In a highly suggestible state Consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory Fully understanding of why the process works Willing to try to follow the given instructions None of the above None 11. What should clients be thinking about when doing the flash technique? A cue word An engaging focus (memory, animal, person, activity etc.) Lunch Whether the process is working Nothing. The client must be in a meditative state. None 12. A “feeder” memory to a trauma memory is an earlier memory that Has the same physical sensation associated with it Is at least as disturbing as the trauma memory Involves the same emotions Contributes to the intensity of the trauma memory All of the above None 13. Which of the following clients was the flash technique NOT developed to assist in the treatment of? Clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. Clients who have difficulty connecting to their affect Clients who have a strong need to be in control Clients who are easily treated with EMDR Clients who are not well resourced None 14. Before receiving the flash technique clients must Bring their tendency to dissociate under control Be extensively resourced Visualize the trauma Be able to maintain attention on a positive engaging focus if only intermittently None of the above None 15. What are typical features of EMDR desensitization phase that are common to the flash technique? After each set of bilateral stimulation, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” The therapist asks “what is the most disturbing part” The client cries The client may be confused about why they feel better All are common to the Flash Technique. None 16. Which population has not been part of a research study related to the flash technique? Men in a homeless shelter Therapists taking a non-flash-related workshop Therapists taking a flash technique webinar Children taken from their parents at a US border crossing None of the above have been part of research studies None 17. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should: Tell the client that some disturbance when flashing is normal Consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. Do some resourcing Explain to the client that this may represent another channel of the same target. None of the above None 18. According to Bruce Ecker, which if the following therapies can produce transformational change. Graduated exposure Jungian analysis EMDR Freudian analysis None of the above. None 19. Which should NOT happen in preparing a client to do the flash technique The therapist assesses how disturbing the target is The client gives a detailed account of the memory to be processed The therapist asks questions intended to determine if there is a feeder memory The therapist may tell the client that it is not necessary to reveal the specific nature of the trauma memory All of the above None 20. Some of the advantages of the most recent version of the flash technique over the version described in the original paper are It tends to be faster The memory almost never becomes “sticky". The client’s role is easier to communicate There are less performance concerns on the part of the client All of the above None 21. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 22. When a therapist is using the flash technique, when should the therapist usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. When the progress from a set of five triples (after the first set of five triples) in the flash technique is below two points on the SUD scale When the client thinks they are not doing the flash technique right When the SUD level has gotten to zero. None of the above None 23. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 24. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some sets of triple flashes? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 25. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 26. Which aspect of the current flash technique protocol helps to prevent clients from actively thinking about the disturbing memory during processing? Clients are asked to focus on a positive engaging memory. If the therapist elicits the client’s disturbance level (SUDS), the therapist asks how disturbing the client thinks it would be if they were to think about it. Clients are cautioned not to try to evaluate if the process is “working” until the process has been completed. All of the above. None 27. Word finding problems often result in a person spontaneously thinking of the desired word an hour or more after the original difficulty finding it. It is suggested in the webinar that during that period of time, The brain is continuing to look for the word, but outside of the person’s conscious awareness. The person knew the word all along, but had subconscious resistance to thinking of it. The client develops brain plasticity, which facilitates the finding of the word. All of the above None 28. The prospect of using the flash technique in areas of the world with a scarcity of trained mental health professionals is enhanced by which of these factors? It has been shown to be safe, with extremely few reports of any increase in disturbance during its use. It is easily taught to clinicians. Many of the common issues that complicate treatment, like dissociation, flooding and extreme shame do not seem to play a role in processing with the flash technique. All of the above None 29. The discovery of the flash technique occurred: As a sudden insight during a particularly difficult session. As an attempt to use Krystina Kinowski’s “Paired Titration” technique in a more extreme way. As a rebellion against traditional exposure techniques. As a spontaneous knowing that came to the developer one morning as he was getting out of bed. None of the above None 30. Which phases of EMDR are likely to be omitted if the flash technique is particularly effective? History and Preparation Assessment and Desensitization Installation and Body Scan Closure and Reevaluation None of the above None 31. Which would qualify as a “prediction error” as described in memory reconsolidation research? The client feels afraid when the bell rings, but sees over and over that the bell does not hurt him. The client finds that Valium leads to a less intense reaction to the memory. The client seems to be relaxing while thinking of the memory. The weather on the present day is different than the weather when the original trauma occurred. All of the above. None 32. Memory “retrieval” as it applies to memory reconsolidation theory necessarily involves Conscious recall of the narrative of the memory Reexperiencing of the affect associated with the memory Vivid recollection of images from the memory “Reexperiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 33. Dr. Paul Siegel’s research shows that exposing spider phobic subjects to unreportable images of spiders: Reduces the subjects fear of spiders. Makes the spiders less fearful of people Make the subjects more fearful of spiders Makes the subjects more fearful of other insects None of the above None 34. Implicit working memory is Job benefits that are expected but unstated Mental material that can be used or modified outside of awareness Dim memories of places one has worked None of the above None 35. When the client is tapping their thighs, they should not Think of their positive engaging focus Think briefly of their disturbing memory Blink their eyes Listen to music All of the above None 36. The positive engaging focus should not Involve another person Involve a sports team Involve a tropical island Involve a person who was part of the disturbing memory Involve a rock concert None 37. The flash technique will not work if The client gets too involved in the PEF The client has trouble tapping and blinking at the same time The client tries to process a terribly disturbing memory The client checks to see whether the Flash technique is working during the tapping The client closes his/her eyes during the tapping None 38. For the flash technique to be effective The client must believe it can help The client must blink exactly 3 times when the therapist requests it The client must be able to be completely distracted from the painful memory by the PEF All of the above None 39. Dr. Paul Siegel’s fMRI studies showed that the brain areas that processed fear Were more active when the spider images were flashed too rapidly to consciously see Were unaffected when the spider images were flashed too rapidly to consciously see Were more active when the spider images were flashed slowly enough to be clearly seen None of the above None 40. The Flash Technique will not work unless the client knows what negative cognition is associated with their disturbing memory. True False None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
April 27th Advanced Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Please complete the quiz below to receive a certificate of completion for the online training. Please provide your name: Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Dr. Philip Manfield, even in the preparation phase, some processing appears to take place during flash technique. True False None 2. Paul Siegel’s research has shown that spider phobic subjects: become less phobic by viewing images shown too fast to identify get upset even though they cannot report what they have seen become more fearful of spiders after viewing unreportable images none of the above None 3. The flash technique was first developed by Dr. Philip Manfield in 2004. True False None 4. It is usually more advantageous to process the “feeder memory” for a particular target than to process the target itself. True False None 5. In the current version of the flash technique protocol, clients are asked to Think of the target memory with each “flash” Think of the target memory for only a “nano-second” when flashing. Not think of the target memory at all when flashing Think only of their engaging focus and then it is not necessary to flash Think, when flashing, of passing their finger through a flame. None 6. When flashing, clients need to access their disturbing target memory very quickly. True False None 7. The flash technique is helpful for dissociative clients because they do not access their disturbance, so that there is no need to dissociate. True False None 8. In the current version of the flash technique protocol, there is less need for metaphors, because clients do not tend to make undesirable contact with the trauma memory. True False None 9. For the flash technique to be effective, it is crucial during processing that the client be consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory. True False None 10. Which of the following can be used as a Positive Engaging Focus A memory of pleasurable backpacking. Nursing your baby. A memorable sporting event. A favorite song. All of the above. None 11. After completing a set of five triple flashes, the therapist says: What comes up for you now? What does this mean to you? What is the worst moment of this memory? Does the memory seem different now in any way? None of the above. None 12. The ACE study showed the traumatic events in childhood have no lasting effects. True False None 13. If a client’s SUD score doesn’t reduce after flashing The PEF may not have been strong enough. The client may have a feeder memory that needs to be processed. There may be blocking beliefs that need addressing. Any of the above. None 14. A mistake in doing the current version of the flash technique is: Client is told, “If it doesn’t work, you haven’t lost anything except maybe five minutes.” Client is told, “Now, do the exact same thing, except this time blink three times rapidly.” Client is instructed, “Now flash on the new memory you just thought of.” Client is told it is okay if you can’t remember exactly what happened. None of the above. None 15. With the current version of the flash technique, clients who are not experiencing reductions in disturbance are often asked to try to make their contact with the target briefer. True False None 16. Paul Siegel’s research indicates the reduction in fear of spiders achieved by viewing unreportable images persists for at least a year True False None 17. The therapist should make sure the client can do a single flash easily without disturbance before beginning triple flashes. True False None 18. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing five flashes. The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 19. Examples of blocking beliefs are If I was not upset over what happened, it would mean it wasn’t that big a deal. If I wasn’t afraid, I wouldn’t be safe If I wasn’t suffering, it would mean I didn’t care about the person I lost. If I wasn’t disturbed, I would be letting the perpetrator off the hook. All of the above None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
April 6th Flash Technique Webinar Recording Welcome to your April 6th Flash Technique Webinar Recording Please provide your name (will be used on your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Bruce Ecker, transformational change provides: Full symptom reduction Effortless permanence Absence of triggers All of the above None 2. All non-trauma memories are altered, at least slightly, each time they are recalled. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of a trauma memory is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch Retrieval of the memory All of the above None 4. An indication that a trauma memory has been “erased” rather than extinguished is: A specific emotional meaning and bodily emotional activation is no longer triggered by cues. Behaviors, emotions, thoughts and sensations driven by that emotional activation disappear. The client does not need to do anything in particular to prevent a recurrence of symptoms or emotional activation associated with the memory. All of the above. None 5. Which is NOT true about the development of the flash technique? Was initially developed by Dr. Philip Manfield Originally developed six years ago Development is still happening Development has been guided by observation of what seems to work The flash technique is supported by at least three research studies currently submitted for publication None 6. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. Which is an indication of the likelihood of the existence of a feeder memory? The client was surprised at the reactions when the original trauma occurred It is an example of a repeating upset It is recent The cognitive distortion involved is familiar to the client and predates the trauma All of the above None 7. Initial activation of the target occurs primarily during which EMDR Phase? History Preparation Assessment Desensitization None 8. In the most recent evolution of the flash technique, when would the client NEVER be asked to think about the trauma memory? After five sets of triple flashes When identifying what memory will be worked on Right before the client “flashes.” When determining the SUDS associated with the target None of the above None 9. Which memories would the flash technique probably NOT be used for? Memories involving loss Severely disturbing memories A memory that has a feeder memory Moderately disturbing memories None 10. The "flash" technique meets the two conditions required by memory reconsolidation research by accessing the full affect (however briefly) and a prediction error. True False None 11. EMDR has been criticized for: “EMDR therapists” sometimes only do resourcing to the exclusion of trauma processing. Clients sometimes become overly activated during EMDR It is minimally effective for “early onset PTSD.” All of the above None 12. During processing (BLS) with the flash technique, clients must be: In a highly suggestible state Consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory Fully understanding of why the process works Willing to try to follow the given instructions None of the above None 13. What should clients be thinking about when doing the flash technique? A cue word An engaging focus (memory, animal, person, activity etc.) Lunch Whether the process is working Nothing. The client must be in a meditative state. None 14. Clients are willing to process overwhelming memories with the flash technique because: It doesn't require them to feel the pain connected with those memories. They do not necessarily need to give details of the memory It’s fast If it doesn’t work there’s no harm done All of the above None 15. A “feeder” memory to a trauma memory is an earlier memory that Has the same physical sensation associated with it Is at least as disturbing as the trauma memory Involves the same emotions Contributes to the intensity of the trauma memory All of the above None 16. Which of the following clients was the flash technique NOT developed to assist in the treatment of? Clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. Clients who have difficulty connecting to their affect Clients who have a strong need to be in control Clients who are easily treated with EMDR Clients who are not well resourced None 17. Before receiving the flash technique clients must Bring their tendency to dissociate under control Be extensively resourced Visualize the trauma Be able to maintain attention on a positive engaging focus if only intermittently None of the above None 18. What are typical features of EMDR desensitization phase that are common to the flash technique? After each set of bilateral stimulation, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” The therapist asks “what is the most disturbing part” The client cries The client may be confused about why they feel better All are common to the Flash Technique. None 19. Which population has not been part of a research study related to the flash technique? Men in a homeless shelter Therapists taking a non-flash-related workshop Therapists taking a flash technique webinar Children taken from their parents at a US border crossing None of the above have been part of research studies None 20. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should: Tell the client that some disturbance when flashing is normal Consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. Do some resourcing Explain to the client that this may represent another channel of the same target. None of the above None 21. According to Bruce Ecker, which if the following therapies can produce transformational change. Graduated exposure Jungian analysis EMDR Freudian analysis None of the above. None 22. Which should NOT happen in preparing a client to do the flash technique The therapist assesses how disturbing the target is The client gives a detailed account of the memory to be processed The therapist asks questions intended to determine if there is a feeder memory The therapist may tell the client that it is not necessary to reveal the specific nature of the trauma memory All of the above None 23. Some of the advantages of the most recent version of the flash technique over the version described in the original paper are It tends to be faster The memory almost never becomes “sticky". The client’s role is easier to communicate There are less performance concerns on the part of the client All of the above None 24. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 25. When a therapist is using the flash technique, when should the therapist usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. When the progress from a set of five triples (after the first set of five triples) in the flash technique is below two points on the SUD scale When the client thinks they are not doing the flash technique right When the SUD level has gotten to zero. None of the above None 26. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 27. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some sets of triple flashes? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 28. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 29. Which aspect of the current flash technique protocol helps to prevent clients from actively thinking about the disturbing memory during processing? Clients are asked to focus on a positive engaging memory. If the therapist elicits the client’s disturbance level (SUDS), the therapist asks how disturbing the client thinks it would be if they were to think about it. Clients are cautioned not to try to evaluate if the process is “working” until the process has been completed. All of the above. None 30. Word finding problems often result in a person spontaneously thinking of the desired word an hour or more after the original difficulty finding it. It is suggested in the webinar that during that period of time, The brain is continuing to look for the word, but outside of the person’s conscious awareness. The person knew the word all along, but had subconscious resistance to thinking of it. The client develops brain plasticity, which facilitates the finding of the word. All of the above None 31. The prospect of using the flash technique in areas of the world with a scarcity of trained mental health professionals is enhanced by which of these factors? It has been shown to be safe, with extremely few reports of any increase in disturbance during its use. It is easily taught to clinicians. Many of the common issues that complicate treatment, like dissociation, flooding and extreme shame do not seem to play a role in processing with the flash technique. All of the above None 32. The discovery of the flash technique occurred: As a sudden insight during a particularly difficult session. As an attempt to use Krystina Kinowski’s “Paired Titration” technique in a more extreme way. As a rebellion against traditional exposure techniques. As a spontaneous knowing that came to the developer one morning as he was getting out of bed. None of the above None 33. Which phases of EMDR are likely to be omitted if the flash technique is particularly effective? History and Preparation Assessment and Desensitization Installation and Body Scan Closure and Reevaluation None of the above None 34. Which would qualify as a “prediction error” as described in memory reconsolidation research? The client feels afraid when the bell rings, but sees over and over that the bell does not hurt him. The client finds that Valium leads to a less intense reaction to the memory. The client seems to be relaxing while thinking of the memory. The weather on the present day is different than the weather when the original trauma occurred. All of the above. None 35. Memory “retrieval” as it applies to memory reconsolidation theory necessarily involves Conscious recall of the narrative of the memory Reexperiencing of the affect associated with the memory Vivid recollection of images from the memory “Reexperiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 36. Which answer below typifies memory “erasure” as opposed to “extinction” in Memory Reconsolidation Theory? The client has a competing version of the memory that is less disturbing The disturbance from the memory will return if the client is given enough reminders of it Even if he tries, the client is unable to vividly recall the memory The client has a better way of thinking about the disturbing memory, so he will suffer less from the memory All of the above None 37. Dr. Paul Siegel’s research shows that exposing spider phobic subjects to unreportable images of spiders Enables the subjects to approach a live spider more closely Makes the spiders less fearful of people Make the subjects more fearful of spiders Makes the subjects more fearful of other insects None of the above None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
April 6 Flash Technique Webinar Welcome to your April 6 Flash Technique Webinar If you did not participate in the webinar on April 6th, and instead watched the recording, please click here: https://flashtechnique.com/wp/quiz/april-6th-flash-technique-webinar-recording/ Please provide your name (will be used on your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Bruce Ecker, transformational change provides: Full symptom reduction Effortless permanence Absence of triggers All of the above None 2. All non-trauma memories are altered, at least slightly, each time they are recalled. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of a trauma memory is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch Retrieval of the memory All of the above None 4. An indication that a trauma memory has been “erased” rather than extinguished is: A specific emotional meaning and bodily emotional activation is no longer triggered by cues. Behaviors, emotions, thoughts and sensations driven by that emotional activation disappear. The client does not need to do anything in particular to prevent a recurrence of symptoms or emotional activation associated with the memory. All of the above. None 5. Which is NOT true about the development of the flash technique? Was initially developed by Dr. Philip Manfield Originally developed six years ago Development is still happening Development has been guided by observation of what seems to work The flash technique is supported by at least three research studies currently submitted for publication None 6. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. Which is an indication of the likelihood of the existence of a feeder memory? The client was surprised at the reactions when the original trauma occurred It is an example of a repeating upset It is recent The cognitive distortion involved is familiar to the client and predates the trauma All of the above None 7. Initial activation of the target occurs primarily during which EMDR Phase? History Preparation Assessment Desensitization None 8. In the most recent evolution of the flash technique, when would the client NEVER be asked to think about the trauma memory? After five sets of triple flashes When identifying what memory will be worked on Right before the client “flashes.” When determining the SUDS associated with the target None of the above None 9. Which memories would the flash technique probably NOT be used for? Memories involving loss Severely disturbing memories A memory that has a feeder memory Moderately disturbing memories None 10. The "flash" technique meets the two conditions required by memory reconsolidation research by accessing the full affect (however briefly) and a prediction error. True False None 11. EMDR has been criticized for: “EMDR therapists” sometimes only do resourcing to the exclusion of trauma processing. Clients sometimes become overly activated during EMDR It is minimally effective for “early onset PTSD.” All of the above None 12. During processing (BLS) with the flash technique, clients must be: In a highly suggestible state Consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory Fully understanding of why the process works Willing to try to follow the given instructions None of the above None 13. What should clients be thinking about when doing the flash technique? A cue word An engaging focus (memory, animal, person, activity etc.) Lunch Whether the process is working Nothing. The client must be in a meditative state. None 14. Clients are willing to process overwhelming memories with the flash technique because: It doesn't require them to feel the pain connected with those memories. They do not necessarily need to give details of the memory It’s fast If it doesn’t work there’s no harm done All of the above None 15. A “feeder” memory to a trauma memory is an earlier memory that Has the same physical sensation associated with it Is at least as disturbing as the trauma memory Involves the same emotions Contributes to the intensity of the trauma memory All of the above None 16. Which of the following clients was the flash technique NOT developed to assist in the treatment of? Clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. Clients who have difficulty connecting to their affect Clients who have a strong need to be in control Clients who are easily treated with EMDR Clients who are not well resourced None 17. Before receiving the flash technique clients must Bring their tendency to dissociate under control Be extensively resourced Visualize the trauma Be able to maintain attention on a positive engaging focus if only intermittently None of the above None 18. What are typical features of EMDR desensitization phase that are common to the flash technique? After each set of bilateral stimulation, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” The therapist asks “what is the most disturbing part” The client cries The client may be confused about why they feel better All are common to the Flash Technique. None 19. Which population has not been part of a research study related to the flash technique? Men in a homeless shelter Therapists taking a non-flash-related workshop Therapists taking a flash technique webinar Children taken from their parents at a US border crossing None of the above have been part of research studies None 20. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should: Tell the client that some disturbance when flashing is normal Consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. Do some resourcing Explain to the client that this may represent another channel of the same target. None of the above None 21. According to Bruce Ecker, which if the following therapies can produce transformational change. Graduated exposure Jungian analysis EMDR Freudian analysis None of the above. None 22. Which should NOT happen in preparing a client to do the flash technique The therapist assesses how disturbing the target is The client gives a detailed account of the memory to be processed The therapist asks questions intended to determine if there is a feeder memory The therapist may tell the client that it is not necessary to reveal the specific nature of the trauma memory All of the above None 23. Some of the advantages of the most recent version of the flash technique over the version described in the original paper are It tends to be faster The memory almost never becomes “sticky". The client’s role is easier to communicate There are less performance concerns on the part of the client All of the above None 24. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 25. When a therapist is using the flash technique, when should the therapist usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. When the progress from a set of five triples (after the first set of five triples) in the flash technique is below two points on the SUD scale When the client thinks they are not doing the flash technique right When the SUD level has gotten to zero. None of the above None 26. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 27. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some sets of triple flashes? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 28. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 29. Which aspect of the current flash technique protocol helps to prevent clients from actively thinking about the disturbing memory during processing? Clients are asked to focus on a positive engaging memory. If the therapist elicits the client’s disturbance level (SUDS), the therapist asks how disturbing the client thinks it would be if they were to think about it. Clients are cautioned not to try to evaluate if the process is “working” until the process has been completed. All of the above. None 30. Word finding problems often result in a person spontaneously thinking of the desired word an hour or more after the original difficulty finding it. It is suggested in the webinar that during that period of time, The brain is continuing to look for the word, but outside of the person’s conscious awareness. The person knew the word all along, but had subconscious resistance to thinking of it. The client develops brain plasticity, which facilitates the finding of the word. All of the above None 31. The prospect of using the flash technique in areas of the world with a scarcity of trained mental health professionals is enhanced by which of these factors? It has been shown to be safe, with extremely few reports of any increase in disturbance during its use. It is easily taught to clinicians. Many of the common issues that complicate treatment, like dissociation, flooding and extreme shame do not seem to play a role in processing with the flash technique. All of the above None 32. The discovery of the flash technique occurred: As a sudden insight during a particularly difficult session. As an attempt to use Krystina Kinowski’s “Paired Titration” technique in a more extreme way. As a rebellion against traditional exposure techniques. As a spontaneous knowing that came to the developer one morning as he was getting out of bed. None of the above None 33. Which phases of EMDR are likely to be omitted if the flash technique is particularly effective? History and Preparation Assessment and Desensitization Installation and Body Scan Closure and Reevaluation None of the above None 34. Which would qualify as a “prediction error” as described in memory reconsolidation research? The client feels afraid when the bell rings, but sees over and over that the bell does not hurt him. The client finds that Valium leads to a less intense reaction to the memory. The client seems to be relaxing while thinking of the memory. The weather on the present day is different than the weather when the original trauma occurred. All of the above. None 35. Memory “retrieval” as it applies to memory reconsolidation theory necessarily involves Conscious recall of the narrative of the memory Reexperiencing of the affect associated with the memory Vivid recollection of images from the memory “Reexperiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 36. Which answer below typifies memory “erasure” as opposed to “extinction” in Memory Reconsolidation Theory? The client has a competing version of the memory that is less disturbing The disturbance from the memory will return if the client is given enough reminders of it Even if he tries, the client is unable to vividly recall the memory The client has a better way of thinking about the disturbing memory, so he will suffer less from the memory All of the above None 37. Dr. Paul Siegel’s research shows that exposing spider phobic subjects to unreportable images of spiders Enables the subjects to approach a live spider more closely Makes the spiders less fearful of people Make the subjects more fearful of spiders Makes the subjects more fearful of other insects None of the above None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
February 2019 Flash Webinar Welcome to your February 2019 Flash Webinar Please provide your name (will be used on your certificate): Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to Bruce Ecker, transformational change provides: Full symptom reduction Effortless permanence Absence of triggers All of the above None 2. All non-trauma memories are altered, at least slightly, each time they are recalled. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of a trauma memory is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch Retrieval of the memory All of the above None 4. An indication that a trauma memory has been “erased” rather than extinguished is: A specific emotional meaning and bodily emotional activation is no longer triggered by cues. Behaviors, emotions, thoughts and sensations driven by that emotional activation disappear. The client does not need to do anything in particular to prevent a recurrence of symptoms or emotional activation associated with the memory. All of the above. None 5. Which is NOT true about the development of the flash technique? Was initially developed by Dr. Philip Manfield Originally developed six years ago Development is still happening Development has been guided by observation of what seems to work The flash technique is supported by at least three research studies currently submitted for publication None 6. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. Which is an indication of the likelihood of the existence of a feeder memory? The client was surprised at the reactions when the original trauma occurred It is an example of a repeating upset It is recent The cognitive distortion involved is familiar to the client and predates the trauma All of the above None 7. Initial activation of the target occurs primarily during which EMDR Phase? History Preparation Assessment Desensitization None 8. In the most recent evolution of the flash technique, when would the client NEVER be asked to think about the trauma memory? After five sets of triple flashes When identifying what memory will be worked on Right before the client “flashes.” When determining the SUDS associated with the target None of the above None 9. Which memories would the flash technique probably NOT be used for? Memories involving loss Severely disturbing memories A memory that has a feeder memory Moderately disturbing memories None 10. The "flash" technique meets the two conditions required by memory reconsolidation research by accessing the full affect (however briefly) and a prediction error. True False None 11. EMDR has been criticized for: “EMDR therapists” sometimes only do resourcing to the exclusion of trauma processing. Clients sometimes become overly activated during EMDR It is minimally effective for “early onset PTSD.” All of the above None 12. During processing (BLS) with the flash technique, clients must be: In a highly suggestible state Consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory Fully understanding of why the process works Willing to try to follow the given instructions None of the above None 13. What should clients be thinking about when doing the flash technique? A cue word An engaging focus (memory, animal, person, activity etc.) Lunch Whether the process is working Nothing. The client must be in a meditative state. None 14. Clients are willing to process overwhelming memories with the flash technique because: It doesn't require them to feel the pain connected with those memories. They do not necessarily need to give details of the memory It’s fast If it doesn’t work there’s no harm done All of the above None 15. A “feeder” memory to a trauma memory is an earlier memory that Has the same physical sensation associated with it Is at least as disturbing as the trauma memory Involves the same emotions Contributes to the intensity of the trauma memory All of the above None 16. Which of the following clients was the flash technique NOT developed to assist in the treatment of? Clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. Clients who have difficulty connecting to their affect Clients who have a strong need to be in control Clients who are easily treated with EMDR Clients who are not well resourced None 17. Before receiving the flash technique clients must Bring their tendency to dissociate under control Be extensively resourced Visualize the trauma Be able to maintain attention on a positive engaging focus if only intermittently None of the above None 18. What are typical features of EMDR desensitization phase that are common to the flash technique? After each set of bilateral stimulation, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” The therapist asks “what is the most disturbing part” The client cries The client may be confused about why they feel better All are common to the Flash Technique. None 19. Which population has not been part of a research study related to the flash technique? Men in a homeless shelter Therapists taking a non-flash-related workshop Therapists taking a flash technique webinar Children taken from their parents at a US border crossing None of the above have been part of research studies None 20. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should: Tell the client that some disturbance when flashing is normal Consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. Do some resourcing Explain to the client that this may represent another channel of the same target. None of the above None 21. According to Bruce Ecker, which if the following therapies can produce transformational change. Graduated exposure Jungian analysis EMDR Freudian analysis None of the above. None 22. Which should NOT happen in preparing a client to do the flash technique The therapist assesses how disturbing the target is The client gives a detailed account of the memory to be processed The therapist asks questions intended to determine if there is a feeder memory The therapist may tell the client that it is not necessary to reveal the specific nature of the trauma memory All of the above None 23. Some of the advantages of the most recent version of the flash technique over the version described in the original paper are It tends to be faster The memory almost never becomes “sticky". The client’s role is easier to communicate There are less performance concerns on the part of the client All of the above None 24. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 25. When a therapist is using the flash technique, when should the therapist usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. When the progress from a set of five triples (after the first set of five triples) in the flash technique is below two points on the SUD scale When the client thinks they are not doing the flash technique right When the SUD level has gotten to zero. None of the above None 26. At least one animal study has shown that memory retrieval leading to extinction can occur without emotional recall of the trauma memory. True False None 27. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 28. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some sets of triple flashes? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling or “finding” the disturbing image. The client spontaneously reports that the memory does not seem very disturbing anymore. The client reports that the image seems further away. The client reports that memory seems to have become separated from the feelings that went with it. All of the above. None 29. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 30. Which aspect of the current flash technique protocol helps to prevent clients from actively thinking about the disturbing memory during processing? Clients are asked to focus on a positive engaging memory. If the therapist elicits the client’s disturbance level (SUDS), the therapist asks how disturbing the client thinks it would be if they were to think about it. Clients are cautioned not to try to evaluate if the process is “working” until the process has been completed. All of the above. None 31. Word finding problems often result in a person spontaneously thinking of the desired word an hour or more after the original difficulty finding it. It is suggested in the webinar that during that period of time, The brain is continuing to look for the word, but outside of the person’s conscious awareness. The person knew the word all along, but had subconscious resistance to thinking of it. The client develops brain plasticity, which facilitates the finding of the word. All of the above None 32. The prospect of using the flash technique in areas of the world with a scarcity of trained mental health professionals is enhanced by which of these factors? It has been shown to be safe, with extremely few reports of any increase in disturbance during its use. It is easily taught to clinicians. Many of the common issues that complicate treatment, like dissociation, flooding and extreme shame do not seem to play a role in processing with the flash technique. All of the above None 33. The discovery of the flash technique occurred: As a sudden insight during a particularly difficult session. As an attempt to use Krystina Kinowski’s “Paired Titration” technique in a more extreme way. As a rebellion against traditional exposure techniques. As a spontaneous knowing that came to the developer one morning as he was getting out of bed. None of the above None 34. Which phases of EMDR are likely to be omitted if the flash technique is particularly effective? History and Preparation Assessment and Desensitization Installation and Body Scan Closure and Reevaluation None of the above None 35. Which would qualify as a “prediction error” as described in memory reconsolidation research? The client feels afraid when the bell rings, but sees over and over that the bell does not hurt him. The client finds that Valium leads to a less intense reaction to the memory. The client seems to be relaxing while thinking of the memory. The weather on the present day is different than the weather when the original trauma occurred. All of the above. None 36. Memory “retrieval” as it applies to memory reconsolidation theory necessarily involves Conscious recall of the narrative of the memory Reexperiencing of the affect associated with the memory Vivid recollection of images from the memory “Reexperiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 37. Which does NOT describe a condition that memory “extinction” refers to (as opposed to memory “erasure”)? The clients has a competing version of the memory that is less disturbing The disturbance from the memory will return if the client is given enough reminders of it Even if he tries, the client is unable to vividly recall the memory The client has a better way of thinking about the disturbing memory, so he will suffer less from the memory All of the above None 38. The flash technique can be quite effective even if clients are not sure that they have connected with the target memory. True False None Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. Time's up
