Using Emotional Freedom Technique to Improve Mental Well-Being and Reduce Stress in Pregnant Women
The Effect of Emotional Freedom Technique Applied to Women With Risky Pregnancy on Mental Well-Being and Stress Level
This study is testing if Emotional Freedom Technique can help reduce stress and improve mental well-being in pregnant women who are at risk.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kahramanmaraş, Onikişubat) |
| Trial ID | NCT06181903 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) on the mental well-being and stress levels of pregnant women at risk. A total of 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either an EFT group or a control group, with each group consisting of 60 women. The EFT group will undergo four sessions of the technique at weekly intervals, while both groups will complete mental well-being and stress assessments before and after the intervention. The study aims to provide insights into the effectiveness of EFT in enhancing mental health during pregnancy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 18 and older who are primiparous and meet specific risk criteria outlined by the Ministry of Health.
Not a fit: Patients who have participated in EFT or other antenatal programs during the study period or those with psychological issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the mental health and stress management of pregnant women at risk.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of Emotional Freedom Technique is gaining attention, this specific application in pregnant women at risk is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older, * Graduated from at least primary school * Volunteering to participate in the research, * Primiparous, * Pregnant women who do not have conditions such as infection, wound, scar in the tapping areas. * Pregnant women who meet any of the criteria in the Ministry of Health Risk Assessment Form for Pregnancy. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women who participated in EFT or other antenatal classes/programs during the study period. * Those who did not want to continue participating in the study, * Those with a psychological problem according to the pregnant women's statements.
Where this trial is running
Kahramanmaraş, Onikişubat
- Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University — Kahramanmaraş, Onikişubat, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Esra KARATAŞ OKYAY, PhD — Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
- Study coordinator: Esra KARATAŞ OKYAY, PhD
- Email: esrakaratas44@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05432125225
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.