January Advanced Flash Webinar 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
November 2018 Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Welcome to your November 2018 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. 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
Advanced Flash Webinar September 2018 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. 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 2. 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 3. 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 4. 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 5. During processing 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 6. 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 7. 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 why the trauma memory is as disturbing as it is All of the above None 8. 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 9. 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 10. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. True False None 11. 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 12. 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 13. The flash technique can be quite effective even if clients are not sure that they have connected with the target memory. True False None 14. 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 15. 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 16. 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 17. 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 18. 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 19. 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 “Re-experiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 20. 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 Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. 21. Did you watch the webinar live? I watched the webinar "live". I watched the recording. None Time's up
September 2018 Flash Technique Webinar Quiz Welcome to your September 2018 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. 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. Which of the following was a metaphor that was originally suggested for use with the flash technique, when the flash technique was first developed? It’s like you start to go to the memory, but then half way there you turn around. It’s like opening the door just a crack, taking a peek, and then shutting it immediately before you see anything. It’s like passing your finger through a candle flame. If you do it quickly enough you don't feel any pain even though your finger has really passed through the flame. It’s like selecting a file in your computer screen, but not actually opening it. All of the above. None 18. 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 19. 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 20. 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 21. 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 22. 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 23. 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 24. 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 25. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 26. 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 27. 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 28. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 29. 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 30. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 31. 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 32. 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 33. 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 34. 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 35. 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 36. 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 37. 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 38. 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 39. 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
Flash Technique July 2018 Webinar Quiz Welcome to your Flash Technique July 2018 Webinar Quiz Please provide your name: 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. Which of the following was a metaphor that was originally suggested for use with the flash technique, when the flash technique was first developed? It’s like you start to go to the memory, but then half way there you turn around. It’s like opening the door just a crack, taking a peek, and then shutting it immediately before you see anything. It’s like passing your finger through a candle flame. If you do it quickly enough you don't feel any pain even though your finger has really passed through the flame. It’s like selecting a file in your computer screen, but not actually opening it. All of the above. None 18. 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 19. 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 20. 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 21. 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 22. 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 23. 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 24. 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 25. The flash technique takes place during what phase of EMDR? Assessment Closure Installation Preparation None of the above None 26. 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 27. 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 28. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 29. 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 30. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term memory. True False None 31. 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 32. 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 33. 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 34. 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 35. 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 36. 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 37. 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 38. 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 39. 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
Flash Technique June 2018 Advanced Webinar Training 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. 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 2. 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 3. 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 4. 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 5. During processing 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 6. 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 7. 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 why the trauma memory is as disturbing as it is All of the above None 8. 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 9. 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 10. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. True False None 11. 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 12. 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 13. The flash technique can be quite effective even if clients are not sure that they have connected with the target memory. True False None 14. 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 15. 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 16. 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 17. 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 18. 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 19. 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 “Re-experiencing” or “reliving” of the memory. None of the above All of the above None 20. 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 Check this box to attest that you have watched the entire presentation and have taken the post-test without help from others. 21. Did you watch the webinar live? I watched the webinar "live". I watched the recording. None Time's up
Flash Technique 2018 Webinar Recording Quiz Welcome to your Flash Technique May 2018 Webinar Recording Quiz Please provide your name: Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to a YOUTUBE presentation by Dr. Bruce Ecker, processing from the flash technique occurs because the client recognizes that they can survive connecting to the traumatic memory. True False None 2. According to Dr. Philip Manfield, even in the preparation phase, some processing appears to take place during flash technique. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of Trauma memories is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch None 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 somatics 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. The flash technique was first developed by Dr. Philip Manfield in 2004. True False None 6. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. True False 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, clients are told not to access any aspect of the target at all. True False None 9. The flash technique was developed to assist in the treatment of clients with trauma memories that are no more than mildly disturbing. True False None 10. The "flash" technique accomplishes the two conditions required by Memory Reconsolidation research, accessing the full affect and a prediction error. True False None 11. The flash technique can be quite effective even if clients are not sure that they have connected with the target memory. True False None 12. For the flash technique to be effective, it is crucial that the client be consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory. True False None 13. Clients should not use a cue word when they flash on their traumatic memory. True False 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. True False None 15. It is best that clients be solidly anchored in their positive engaging place before flashing, for the flash technique to be effective. True False None 16. The flash technique was developed to assist in the treatment of clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. True False None 17. Which of the following is a metaphor suggested for use with the flash technique? It’s like you start to go to the memory, but then half way there you turn around. It’s like opening the door just a crack, taking a peek, and then shutting it immediately. It’s like passing your finger through a candle flame. If you do it quickly enough you don't feel any pain even though your finger has really passed through the flame. It’s like single clicking on a file in your computer to select it, but not actually opening it All of the above. None 18. The flash technique should not be used with clients who are dissociative. True False None 19. After each set of eye movements in the flash technique, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” True False None 20. If the client finishes a flash in a mild to severe activated state, the therapist must help the client achieve an unactivated state before initiating another flash. True False None 21. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. True False None 22. EMDR is one of the therapies that can produce transformational change. True False None 23. The therapist should get a detailed description of the target before beginning the flash technique. True False None 24. The therapist should make sure the client can do a single flash and maintain connection to the engaging focus before beginning triple flashes. True False None 25. The flash technique takes place during the preparation phase of EMDR. True False None 26. Once the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced using the flash technique, the therapist will usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. True False None 27. At least one animal study has shown that memory retrieval leading to erasure can occur without emotional recall of the trauma memory. True False None 28. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 29. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some flashes and returning to their engaging or distracting state? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling 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 30. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term 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
Flash Technique May 2018 Webinar Quiz Welcome to your Flash Technique May 2018 Webinar Quiz Please provide your name: Please provide your email address: Please provide your License Number: 1. According to a YOUTUBE presentation by Dr. Bruce Ecker, processing from the flash technique occurs because the client recognizes that they can survive connecting to the traumatic memory. True False None 2. According to Dr. Philip Manfield, even in the preparation phase, some processing appears to take place during flash technique. True False None 3. A primary condition necessary for unlocking synapses of Trauma memories is: Experience of the associated emotion Prediction Error or Mismatch None 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 somatics 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. The flash technique was first developed by Dr. Philip Manfield in 2004. True False None 6. For the flash technique to be most effective, the trauma memory should not have a feeder memory. True False 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, clients are told not to access any aspect of the target at all. True False None 9. The flash technique was developed to assist in the treatment of clients with trauma memories that are no more than mildly disturbing. True False None 10. The "flash" technique accomplishes the two conditions required by Memory Reconsolidation research, accessing the full affect and a prediction error. True False None 11. The flash technique can be quite effective even if clients are not sure that they have connected with the target memory. True False None 12. For the flash technique to be effective, it is crucial that the client be consciously connected to at least one aspect of the trauma memory. True False None 13. Clients should not use a cue word when they flash on their traumatic memory. True False 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. True False None 15. It is best that clients be solidly anchored in their positive engaging place before flashing, for the flash technique to be effective. True False None 16. The flash technique was developed to assist in the treatment of clients with trauma memories that they experience as overwhelmingly disturbing. True False None 17. Which of the following is a metaphor suggested for use with the flash technique? It’s like you start to go to the memory, but then half way there you turn around. It’s like opening the door just a crack, taking a peek, and then shutting it immediately. It’s like passing your finger through a candle flame. If you do it quickly enough you don't feel any pain even though your finger has really passed through the flame. It’s like single clicking on a file in your computer to select it, but not actually opening it All of the above. None 18. The flash technique should not be used with clients who are dissociative. True False None 19. After each set of eye movements in the flash technique, the therapist asks “What came up for you?” True False None 20. If the client finishes a flash in a mild to severe activated state, the therapist must help the client achieve an unactivated state before initiating another flash. True False None 21. If the client reports that he or she felt some disturbance when flashing, the therapist should consider whether the positive engaging focus is sufficiently strong to hold the client’s attention. True False None 22. EMDR is one of the therapies that can produce transformational change. True False None 23. The therapist should get a detailed description of the target before beginning the flash technique. True False None 24. The therapist should make sure the client can do a single flash and maintain connection to the engaging focus before beginning triple flashes. True False None 25. The flash technique takes place during the preparation phase of EMDR. True False None 26. Once the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced using the flash technique, the therapist will usually begin the assessment phase of EMDR. True False None 27. At least one animal study has shown that memory retrieval leading to erasure can occur without emotional recall of the trauma memory. True False None 28. In humans, memory reconsolidation theory requires that a memory be retrieved and recalled vividly before reconsolidation can occur. True False None 29. Which client statement is a sign that the client’s disturbance level has been substantially reduced after successfully doing some flashes and returning to their engaging or distracting state? The client reports difficulty doing the flash technique because he/she is having difficulty recalling 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 30. “Memory consolidation” refers to the first time a memory is stored in long-term 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. 31. Did you watch the webinar live? I watched the webinar "live". I watched the recording. None Time's up
