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EFT Research Database › Exploratory Evidence

Tapping Acupuncture Points and Talking to Improve Health

Summary: Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is a complementary health practice that involves tapping on acupuncture points while voicing affirmations to address various life issues, with the goal of providing relief from emotional and physical problems.

Recognized globally, EFT is effective for treating conditions like anxiety, stress, pain, and weight loss, and is promoted by EFT International as a practical self-help method.

Citation and Link: Hart, J.  (2022).  Emotional Freedom Techniques:  Tapping Acupuncture Points and Talking to Improve Health.  International Journal of Integrative and Complementary Therapies, 28(5).  https://doi.org/10.1089/ict.2022.29035.jha

Read the Original Study at International Journal of Integrative and Complementary Therapies

Level
Exploratory Evidence
Type
Exploratory Studies
Topics
Education, EFT Mechanisms / Efficacy
Author
Hart, J
Year
2022

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Theoretical and Clinical Insights into the Psychological Mechanisms and Active Ingredients of Emotional Freedom Techniques

Level
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Type
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Topics
EFT Mechanisms / Efficacy, PTSD & Trauma, Stress Management
Author
Schwarz, R, Stapleton, P
Year
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Dismantling an Energy Psychology Technique for Communication Apprehension: A Randomized Mixed Methods Trial

Level
Exploratory Evidence
Type
Quasi-Experimental Studies
Topics
Anxiety / Emotional Distress, EFT Mechanisms / Efficacy, Energy Psychology, Students / Young Adults
Author
DiGirolamo, J A, Fairchild, J, Fitch, J, Kimmel, K
Year
2019

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