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Psychol Trauma November 2020 PMID 32162958

Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial.

Peta Stapleton, Gabrielle Crighton, Debbie Sabot, Hayley Maree O'Neill

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Discussions underscore the promising results of EFT in lowering biological stress markers, exemplified by statements like 'reduced cortisol by 43%' and mentions of the method as an effective treatment. The tone combines enthusiasm with references to recent research, reflecting both interest and recognition of clinical significance.

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Most discussions recognize the positive findings of the study, highlighting EFT's potential for reducing stress markers, with some users emphasizing its clinical relevance.

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Participants actively cite specific results, like cortisol reductions and references to studies, indicating a meaningful level of engagement.

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While not universally conclusive, several posts suggest that the findings could influence stress management practices, hinting at moderate potential impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This study replicated previous research to examine how Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) affect stress, specifically looking at changes in stress biochemistry (cortisol levels) and psychological symptoms in 53 participants divided into EFT, psychoeducation, and no-treatment groups.
  • The results showed that the EFT group experienced a significant decrease in cortisol levels, even more so than in the original study, suggesting EFT effectively reduces biological stress markers; however, subjective reports of psychological distress did not significantly improve.
  • Overall, findings support the idea that EFT can be an efficient method for lowering biological stress indicators, although it may not directly correlate with perceived psychological symptom improvements.
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د. حمود العبري
@EmoFree · X

2020 New Reserch دراسة تبين أثر تقنية الحرية النفسية EFT في خفض أعراض القلق النفسية والبيولوجية (الكيمياء الحيوية) تم نشرها في مجلة جمعية علم النفس الأمريكية APA https://t.co/hRIwcJX05a

Jul 27, 2020 · 5 likes · 46,201 followers View post →
Dr Peta Stapleton
@PetaStapleton · X

Our latest Bond University research just out - group EFT Tapping reduced cortisol by 43% !! You can read more https://t.co/B6VDQdMhrm https://t.co/F7zJB0Jzk7

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 968 followers View post →
Ty Lookwell
@Ty_Lookwell · X

@DrKristieLeong https://t.co/FeGvOs3bc6

Feb 28, 2024 · 1 like · 758 followers View post →
Living Deliberately Today Empowerment- Andrea Hunt
@LivingDelibera1 · X

Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial https://t.co/bnridLjBaQ

Jan 15, 2025 · 4,739 followers View post →
Deirdre ní Dhubhghaill
@2DGraphicDesign · X

RT @BeaSalmonHawk: Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial. - PubMed -…

Apr 22, 2020 · 1 share · 2,255 followers View post →
Mahesh Sharma
@maheshsharma121 · X

Clinical Impact Statement: EFT to be an efficient and effective brief treatment for reducing biological markers of stress. Read the full study abstract here : https://t.co/4QHucCpAa3 https://t.co/QVi6spv5RK

Jan 8, 2021 · 1,286 followers View post →

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Living Deliberately Today Empowerment- Andrea Hunt
@LivingDelibera1 · X

Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial https://t.co/bnridLjBaQ

Jan 15, 2025 · 4,739 followers View post →
Ty Lookwell
@Ty_Lookwell · X

@DrKristieLeong https://t.co/FeGvOs3bc6

Feb 28, 2024 · 1 like · 758 followers View post →
Mahesh Sharma
@maheshsharma121 · X

Clinical Impact Statement: EFT to be an efficient and effective brief treatment for reducing biological markers of stress. Read the full study abstract here : https://t.co/4QHucCpAa3 https://t.co/QVi6spv5RK

Jan 8, 2021 · 1,286 followers View post →
د. حمود العبري
@EmoFree · X

2020 New Reserch دراسة تبين أثر تقنية الحرية النفسية EFT في خفض أعراض القلق النفسية والبيولوجية (الكيمياء الحيوية) تم نشرها في مجلة جمعية علم النفس الأمريكية APA https://t.co/hRIwcJX05a

Jul 27, 2020 · 5 likes · 46,201 followers View post →
Deirdre ní Dhubhghaill
@2DGraphicDesign · X

RT @BeaSalmonHawk: Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial. - PubMed -…

Apr 22, 2020 · 1 share · 2,255 followers View post →
Baya Rouzoul
@bayabodymagic · X

Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/n1V3Ta0D1z

Apr 22, 2020 · 1 share · 439 followers View post →
Dr Peta Stapleton
@PetaStapleton · X

Our latest Bond University research just out - group EFT Tapping reduced cortisol by 43% !! You can read more https://t.co/B6VDQdMhrm https://t.co/F7zJB0Jzk7

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 968 followers View post →
Mark Longster
@salivatesting · X

Reexamining the effect of emotional freedom techniques on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial https://t.co/jPi839uK5f #SalivaryCortisol #StressBiochemistry https://t.co/p4jGQLNiRM

Mar 20, 2020 · 702 followers View post →