Cancer

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) on pain and depression in cancer patients, finding significant reductions in both symptoms after four 30-minute EFT sessions. The results suggest that EFT may be a valuable complementary therapy for alleviating physical and psychological distress in individuals with cancer.

This meta-analysis found that Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) significantly reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression, and certain aspects of anticipatory grief in people with cancer. EFT also improved sleep quality, but showed limited efficacy in psychological distress, disease adjustment, and self-awareness.

This review looked at studies on Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT) and found that it can help reduce pain and improve emotional well-being in women with cervical cancer who have undergone chemotherapy and radiation. The review suggests that SEFT could be a useful complementary therapy, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.

The article explores the potential benefits of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) as a psychological intervention for cancer patients to address their emotional and psychological well-being. A pilot study found that group EFT sessions significantly reduced anxiety and showed promising trends in improving quality of life, happiness, and PTSD symptoms, alongside reduced cortisol levels. While preliminary, the research highlights EFT's potential as a complementary therapy for enhancing the emotional health of cancer patients.

This study evaluated the effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in addressing cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) among survivors. Results showed significant reductions in Cognitive Failures Questionnaire (CFQ) scores, distress, depressive symptoms, and fatigue, alongside improvements in quality of life after EFT interventions.

This study looked at whether Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) can help women with breast cancer who are experiencing side effects from hormonal therapies. The results showed that EFT improved mood, reduced anxiety and depression, and alleviated symptoms like hot flashes and fatigue. The study suggests EFT may be a helpful tool for managing these side effects.

"Tessa", a 51-year-old woman, was diagnosed with stage IV non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and chose to undergo treatment using antineoplastin therapy. She also used Thought Field Therapy (TFT) to address psychological reversals, trauma, and anxiety associated with her diagnosis and treatment. TFT significantly reduced or eliminated the side effects of her medications, including Interferon, and helped her maintain a normal lifestyle during treatment. After two years, Tessa's cancer went into remission, and she remained cancer-free for over a year, suggesting that TFT may have been a helpful adjunct to her medical treatment.