Therapeutic Effects of the Processing of Positive Memories Technique on Posttrauma Health

"PPMT was administered weekly as a 4-session protocol. In session 1, participants receive psychoeducation on PTSD symptoms, an overview of PPMT, and are assessed for psychological symptoms. Sessions 1-4 involve the detailed processing of a salient positive autobiographical memory to elicit values, affect, strengths, and thoughts related to that positive memory. Homework assignments include listening to an audio recording of that memory, completing a values, affect, strengths, and thoughts log, and engaging in a behavioral activity. In session 4, the therapist also reviews psychological symptoms and addresses termination."