Emotional Freedom Techniques for Anxiety Disorders: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

This systematic review evaluated the efficacy and safety of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) for anxiety disorders, compared with conventional and alternative therapies.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search was conducted across nine electronic databases up to February 2025, including only parallel-group randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that investigated EFT as a standalone intervention for anxiety symptoms. The methodological quality of the included studies was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias 2.0 tool.

Results

Seven RCTs with 506 participants were included. Populations ranged from clinical to non-clinical groups. EFT interventions varied in duration (1-56 sessions), with control groups including no treatment, supportive intervi

SUBMITTER: Choi SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12428011 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature