Emotional Freedom Technique
The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a form of alternative therapy, that purports to manipulate the body's energy field by tapping on acupuncture points while a specific traumatic memory is focussed on, in order to alleviate a psychological problem.
Theory Behind Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
The theory of EFT is that negative emotions are caused by disturbances in the body's energy field. EFT theory derives from similar principles behind those of acupuncture. It combines the theories of Mind-Body Medicine with the principles of acupuncture, becoming in essence an emotional version of acupuncture.
What happens during the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
During a session of EFT the client is asked to tap certain meridian points on the face and upper torso whilst simultaneously thinking or saying certain things. The idea is that this EFT process can rebalance the energy meridians and so removes the psychological complaint.
Because of the simplicity of the technique, the client will often be taught the technique so that they can continue treatment themselves long after the initial treatment.
Studies on the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
EFT has been the subject of several publications, with positive and negative findings.
Several studies have been published in journals with an explicitly pro-alternative medicine brief or have been funded by proponents of EFT.
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