# Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness - URL: https://alisanburak.com/en/orta-doguda-bae-tssb-icin-kulturel-olarak-uyarlanabilir-emdr-tedavisi-etkililigin-arastirilmasi-ve-degerlendirilmesi - Language: en - Last updated: 2026-09-15 - Page title: Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alişan Burak Yaşar > Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness (Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD This page was translated automatically from Turkish. [Read the original](https://alisanburak.com/orta-doguda-bae-tssb-icin-kulturel-olarak-uyarlanabilir-emdr-tedavisi-etkililigin-arastirilmasi-ve-degerlendirilmesi) [← Back to blog](https://alisanburak.com/en/blog) # Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness July 30, 2024EMDR Europe Symposium 2024 Posters Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness (Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness) Dr. Aram Hasan (1.2), Prof. George Tadros (1), Dr. Bernou Melisse, Dr. Agnieszka Wilezynska. Prof. M. Olff Translated by: Specialist Psychologist Gizem Pozam Background - The treatment of trauma and trauma-related symptoms in patients from the Middle East has historically been complex and challenging. Practical experience has often indicated that standard therapeutic approaches may not yield optimal results in this population. Aims This study examines the effectiveness and safety of culturally adapted EMDR for Middle Eastern patients in the UAE. To evaluate and validate the applicability of i-toolbox for cutlery-oriented intervention Methods The research adopted a comparative design to assess the efficacy of trauma-focused therapy, specifically (EMDR), in patients diagnosed with (PTSD), compared with those on a waiting list or receiving therapy as usual. We conducted a pilot study with N=30 Middle Eastern patients (22 female and 8 male, aged 16–64, SD:), comparing a culturally adapted EMDR protocol with a group of N=72 patients receiving treatment as usual. The results indicate that culturally oriented EMDR (a culturally sensitive EMDR approach and adapted protocol) is safe and effective, as measured by CAPS, PHQ -9, GAD-7, i-Toolbox , HSCL-25, and GPS. Results Customized EMDR therapy protocols and approaches have shown promising outcomes, contrary to some scientific research suggesting limited effectiveness. The data showed that i-Toolbox is applicable, easy to use, and valid for PTSD measures. Designed to Save Time and Culturally Sensitive, Target-Oriented: Takes 10–15 Minutes. The implementation of culturally adaptive EMDR protocols has shown promising results in improving treatment outcomes for patients from the Middle East experiencing trauma-related symptoms. Conclusion This study holds significant promise for improving the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Middle Eastern populations, particularly Arabic and Kurdish speakers. Our research has the potential to make a substantial impact on the field of trauma treatment. This impact could manifest in the development of more effective protocols and culturally sensitive interventions tailored to meet the specific needs of Middle Eastern populations. The culturally adapted assessment i-toolbox was used to ensure that assessment tools and therapeutic interventions were culturally sensitive and relevant to participants' diverse backgrounds. Culturally Adaptive EMDR Treatment for PTSD in the Middle East (UAE): Research and Evaluation of Effectiveness Dr. Aram Hasan (1.2), Prof. George Tadros (1), Dr. Bernou Melisse, Dr. Agnieszka Wilezynska. Prof. M. Olff Background - The treatment of trauma and trauma-related symptoms in patients from the Middle East has historically been complex and challenging. Practical experience has often indicated that standard therapeutic approaches may not yield optimal results in this population. Aims The present study examines the effectiveness and safety of culturally adapted EMDR for Middle Eastern patients in the UAE. Evaluate and validate the applicability of i-toolbox for cutlery oriented intervention Methods The research adopts a comparative design to assess the efficacy of trauma-focused therapy, specifically (EMDR), in patients diagnosed with (PTSD) compared to those on a waiting list or therapy as usual. We conducted a pilot study with N=30 Middle Eastern patients ( 22 female and 8 male, age between 16-64 SD: ) comparing a culturally adapted EMDR protocol to a group of patients N= 72 who received treatment as usual. The results show that culturally oriented EMDR (EMDR culturally sensitive approach and adapted protocol) is safe and effective as measured by CAPS, PHQ -9, GAD-7, i-Toolbox , HSCL-25 and GPS. Results Customized EMDR therapy protocols and approaches have shown promising outcomes, contrary to some scientific research suggesting their limited effectiveness. Data showed that i-Toolbox is Applicable and easy to use and valid with measures of PTSD Crafted to Save Time and Culturally Sensitive, Target-Oriented: Takes 10-15 Minutes The implementation of Culturally Adaptive EMDR protocols has shown promising results in enhancing the treatment outcomes of patients from the Middle East dealing with trauma-related symptoms. Conclusion This study holds significant promise for enhancing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment for Middle Eastern populations, specifically Arabic and Kurdish speakers. Our research have the potential to make a substantial impact on the field of trauma treatment. This impact could manifest in the development of more effective protocols and culturally sensitive interventions tailored to meet the specific needs of Middle Eastern populations. 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