2002

This study tested whether Thought Field Therapy (TFT) can help people overcome their fear of needles. 21 people with needle phobia received a single hour-long TFT session. Before and after the session, they filled out a survey to measure their anxiety levels. The results showed that TFT significantly reduced their fear and anxiety about needles, and the benefits lasted for at least a month. The study suggests that TFT might be a helpful treatment for people with needle phobia and possibly other phobias too.

People who have been repeatedly exposed to traumatic events are at high risk for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Refugees and immigrants can certainly be in this category, but seldom seek professional therapy due to cultural, linguistic, financial, and historical reasons. A rapid and culturally sensitive treatment is highly desirable with communities new to Western-style healing.

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effectiveness of acupressure in reducing pain and anxiety in trauma patients during emergency transport. In a double-blinded trial, 60 patients were randomly assigned to receive acupressure at true points, sham points, or no acupressure, and results showed that true acupressure significantly reduced pain, anxiety, and heart rate. The study suggests that acupressure is a simple, risk-free, and effective treatment for pain in emergency trauma care that can improve patient satisfaction and quality of care. This acupressure study is included in the EFTi Research Database because it pre-dates known EFT-specific research.

This qualitative study explored the use of Thought Field Therapy (TFT) in educational settings, involving students and adults who had been trained in the technique. Students (ages 11-14) used TFT to manage anger, relationships, and academic stress, while adults used it with students to reduce stress, improve test scores, and enhance relationships. Both students and adults found TFT easy to use and effective in managing stress, emotions, and relationships.

Green Cross Project volunteers in New York City describe a unique intervention which combines elements of Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) with Thought Field Therapy and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). Six trauma imprints were identified and treated in a number of the clients. The combination treatments seemed to have a beneficial effect in alleviating the acute aspects of multiple traumas. Here are the stories of two Spanish speaking couples who were treated in unison by bilingual therapists two to three weeks after the attack on the World Trade Center.