Quasi-Experimental Studies

This quantitative quasi-experimental study utilized a pre-test and post-test design to assess the effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) on reducing childbirth fear among 60 antenatal mothers (30 in the experimental group and 30 in the control group) at 36–38 weeks of gestation. EFT was the intervention applied to the experimental group. The results indicated that the majority of mothers in the experimental group moved from severe childbirth fear in the pre-test to mild fear in the post-test, whereas no significant change was observed in the control group. The study concluded that EFT is an effective tool for reducing childbirth fear among primi mothers.

The study investigates the effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in reducing workplace stress among healthcare professionals. Using a quasi-experimental design, 46 participants were selected via convenience sampling from Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The intervention demonstrated significant reductions in workplace stress, with paired sample t-tests and ANOVA analyses showing p-values < 0.001 and moderate to large effect sizes. The findings highlight EFT as a promising tool for managing stress in healthcare settings and its potential for broader applications.

The study implemented Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in a group setting to address math anxiety among students. The intervention consisted of six sessions, each lasting approximately 90 minutes, where participants were guided to tap specific meridian points while affirming their emotional concerns. This structured approach demonstrated significant and sustained reductions in math anxiety levels.

This study evaluated the effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in reducing menstrual pain and improving emotional regulation among adolescent girls. The intervention involved six weekly sessions, each lasting 45 minutes, where participants tapped on acupoints while focusing on distressing thoughts. Results showed significant reductions in menstrual pain and improvements in cognitive reappraisal and suppression, highlighting EFT's potential as a complementary therapy for managing physical and emotional challenges.

This quasi-experimental study investigated the effect of Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT) therapy on reducing labor anxiety in primigravida mothers (i.e. mothers who are pregnant for the first time). SEFT therapy, a non-pharmacological approach, combines tapping on specific acupoints with spiritual affirmations, and was conducted over three sessions. Results showed a significant reduction in labor anxiety in the treatment group, highlighting SEFT's potential as an effective therapeutic intervention.

This quasi-experimental study investigates the use of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), taught through direct health counseling sessions, to alleviate anxiety in patients with gangrene wounds. The intervention empowered patients to independently apply EFT, leading to a significant reduction in anxiety levels. The findings highlight EFT's effectiveness as a nonpharmacologic, self-help therapy for managing psychological distress.

This study explored the impact of the "HENS" Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) intervention, delivered via an Android app, on stress levels in post-stroke patients. Over six days, significant reductions in stress were observed in the intervention group compared to the control group. The findings highlight the potential of mobile-based EFT tools like HENS for managing stress independently in post-stroke recovery.

This quasi-experimental study examines the effects of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and oxytocin stimulation massages on nursing mothers. Results indicate that both interventions effectively reduce anxiety and enhance smooth breast milk production. The findings suggest these methods as beneficial practices for improving the well-being of breastfeeding mothers.

This quasi-experimental study investigates the impact of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) on anxiety and caregiver burden among family caregivers of patients with heart failure (HF). Results show that six EFT training sessions significantly reduced anxiety and caregiver burden in the intervention group compared to the control group. The study highlights EFT as a cost-effective and accessible method for alleviating psychological stress in caregivers, with nurses recommended to adopt it in clinical practice.

This study examined the effect of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) therapy on mental health disorders (anxiety, depression, and insomnia) in COVID-19 patients. The results showed that EFT therapy was effective in reducing anxiety, depression, and insomnia scores in positively confirmed COVID-19 patients.

This study aimed to extend previous research on the dynamics between chronic pain, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). The results suggest that socioeconomic status (SES) is associated with pain intensity and interference, although the mediation exploration of PTSS was not viable.

The research aimed to recognize the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) effect on the stress reduction of diabetes mellitus patients. The study concluded that there was a significant EFT effect on stress reduction in patients with diabetes mellitus.

This quasi-experimental study investigated the effect of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) on sleep quality, sleepiness, and quality of life of older adults. The results showed that EFT was effective in improving sleep quality, sleepiness, and quality of life among the participants.

This quasi-experimental study in Tabriz, Iran, compared the effectiveness of EMDR, EFT, and CBT in treating PTSD among 48 female COVID-19 survivors, revealing that all three therapies significantly reduced PTSD symptoms. Notably, EMDR was more effective than CBT and EFT, showing the greatest reduction in post-test PTSD scores.

This pre-experimental study with a one-group pre-post-test design found that Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT) significantly reduced anxiety in maternity mothers during active phase I labor, with average anxiety scores decreasing from 24.44 to 19.06. The study suggests that SEFT can be an effective therapy for reducing maternal anxiety during labor.