Dismantling an Energy Psychology Technique for Communication Apprehension: A Randomized Mixed Methods Trial
This study investigated the effectiveness of two modified Primordial Energy Activation and Transcendence (PEAT) protocols in reducing communication apprehension. Fifty-one participants were randomly assigned to one of three groups: PEAT with acupressure, PEAT without acupressure, or a no-treatment control group. Results showed no significant differences in communication apprehension scores or subjective experiences between groups. However, qualitative feedback suggested that participants perceived the PEAT technique as beneficial. Further research is needed to determine the efficacy of PEAT for communication apprehension.
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