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Devani Widya Rachmawardany�, Irma Finurina Mustikawati�, Paramita Septianawati�, Glorio Immanuel⁴
1,2,3,4Faculty of Medicine,
Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia
Email: 2[email protected],3[email protected], 4[email protected]
ABSTRACT
Spiritual emotional freedom techniques (SEFT)
influence psychological well-being because psychological well-being is an
individual's ability to prosper with all one's abilities and weaknesses cope
with life's stresses, can work productively and fruitfully. The method used is
a systematic literature review by collecting various literature, namely Scopus,
and PubMed. Using SEFT keywords; psychological well-being, effects. The results
of several studies indicate that there is an influence of SEFT in developing
psychological well-being. SEFT is carried out with the power of prayer and
tapping at several points will influence the level of stress. SEFT therapy can
be applied in the field of clinical practice to support patient care.
Keywords: effects,
psychological well-being, SEFT
SEFT is a psychological support technique that
focuses on holistic and spiritual well-being. The Emotional Freedom Technique
(EFT) uses emotions and physical touch, often combined with prayer, to bring
about significant emotional and physical transformations (Maryana &
Dewi, 2021). Through practices like the Spiritual
Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT), which integrates spirituality through
prayer, sincerity, and surrender, alongside psychological energy techniques,
individuals can tap into the body's energy system to enhance their mental
state, emotions, and behaviour. SEFT simplifies this process through techniques
such as set-up, tune-up, and tap (Hidayat et al.,
2021).
In the application of
SEFT, when negative emotions disappear and positive emotions are transformed,
the person is asked the following question: ''What do you think the meaning of
all these experiences is?'' This question allows individuals to recognise that
adverse experiences can offer fresh insights and perspectives in life (Lina et al., 2019). Negative psychological well-being
encompasses enduring stress, depression, anxiety, anger, pessimism, and
discontentment with one's present circumstances.
Conversely, positive
psychological health encompasses various facets, such as optimism, gratitude,
purpose, resilience, positive influence, and happiness. Studies have indicated
that positive psychological well-being not only contributes to improved health
but also leads to better social and economic outcomes (Vivolo
et al., 2024). Positive psychology focuses on
improving psychological well-being and positive outcomes. A key aspect of
psychological well-being is the resilience of academic abilities (Li &
Hasson, 2020).
Spirituality could play a role in enhancing
our understanding of the positive impacts of nature on psychological
well-being. According to ecopsychology theory, the formation of a person's
'ecological self' emerges as a result of feeling deeply connected to the
natural world, encompassing both its physical and spiritual dimensions (Koburtay &
Alzoubi, 2021).
In Covid patients, research has found that
there are psychological and social impacts on different population groups. The
impact on psychological well-being, namely post-traumatic stress disorder,
anxiety and depression (De Kock et
al., 2021). Patients who have spiritual health
always obey the Almighty, and their lives are meaningful and have a purpose,
the spiritual element in the intervention will also add a strengthening effect
that will create a feeling of sincerity, accept any situation with fortitude,
hope for healing, and be able to take lessons (Lopez et al.,
2020).
Research also shows a
relationship between depression and SEFT. Depression is a condition characterised
by alterations in mood, cognition, and behaviour. In 2018, it was reported that
approximately 6.2% of the population in the East Kalimantan province
experienced depression, with an estimated 1.4 million individuals suffering
from mental health issues. SEFT, among other counselling methods, is considered
an innovative approach to addressing such challenges (Thalib & Saleh, n.d.).
SEFT can have an effect on reducing anxiety
levels. However, it is important to approach using an open mind and considering
different individuals. Always consult a qualified therapist for personalised
guidance and support.
10 selected articles were reviewed. Article
publication from 2019-2024. The majority of research shows that there is an
influence of SEFT in building psychological well-being, there is a relationship
between variables, namely age, gender, occupation, level of education, and comorbidities.
Table 1. Analysis
|
Researcher |
Type of Research |
Research result |
|
(Altuntaş & D�zg�ner, 2020) |
Qualitative research |
Emotional freedom techniques using Chinese
concepts in 1980. EFT has an impact on psychology and conditions.� The method involves stimulating meridian transition
points with a tip without a needle.� to
create a frequency between fusion and energy until events that cause negative
emotions |
|
(Irman & Wijayanti, 2022) |
Quasi-experimental
|
SEFT therapy
has the potential to alleviate feelings of hopelessness by integrating
spiritual, psychological, and physical components. This involves tapping
specific points on the fingertips to address emotional and psychosomatic
issues, leading to a reduction in both psychological and physical symptoms. |
|
(Fatima, Khan, & Sadia, 2023) |
Experimental
research |
Positive psychology focuses on improving
psychological well-being and positive outcomes. A key aspect of psychological
well-being is the resilience of academic abilities. |
|
(Denning et al., 2021) |
Quantitative
research |
Mental health is a condition where the
person has potential within himself. Negative psychological well-being
encompasses conditions such as depression, chronic stress, anxiety, anger,
pessimism, and overall dissatisfaction with life. On the other hand, positive
psychological health is defined by feelings of optimism, gratitude,
resilience, a sense of purpose, positive influence, and happiness. |
|
(Er & Erkan, 2023) |
Cross-sectional
|
Positive
impacts on spiritual well-being can profoundly influence cancer patients,
enhancing their quality of life and instilling a greater sense of vitality.
Research has indicated that breast cancer, in particular, has a significant
impact on psychological resilience. Factors such as age, number of children,
duration of diagnosis, and cancer stage are correlated with changes in
psychological well-being, with psychological resilience decreasing as these
factors increase. |
|
(Hidayat et al., 2021) |
Quasi-experimental |
SEFT has a big impact on reducing anxiety
and improving psychological well-being to the point of being awake in Covid
19 patients. The instrument used is the psychological well-being
questionnaire. One of the treatments that can be used in DM patients with
Covid is using SEFT. |
|
(Fatima et al., 2023) |
Cross-sectional � Non-probability
convenience sampling technique |
This pandemic
has caused great concern and fear for the entire community. The risk of
infection has a negative impact that affects psychological well-being. The
research results show that positive and negative relationships have
significant results on the influence of psychological health. |
The respondents' distribution
characteristics were gender, age, education level, and occupation. R DM
patients had high self-efficacy after being given SEFT therapy for 10-15
minutes whenever they felt relaxed and calm. The Mann-Whitney test results
reveal a significant p-value of 0.003, indicating a notable distinction between
the intervention group, which underwent the Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT)
spiritual therapy, and the control group (Maryana & Dewi, 2021).
SEFT contains tapping and prayer
concentration, sincerity, surrender, and feeling gratitude that is repeated regularly
with deep and long breaths. SEFT demonstrates effectiveness in decreasing the
LF/HF ratio among primiparous women. Additional studies are required to confirm
the applicability of SEFT in pregnant women experiencing anxiety (Hidayat et
al., 2021).
SEFT is a therapy for pre-menstrual patients by
carrying out standard procedures such as The Set-Up, The Tune-In, and Tapping. The
findings indicate notable variances in premenstrual syndrome mood fluctuations
following SEFT therapy. With a p-value of 0.001 from the analysis, it can be
inferred that SEFT has the potential to ameliorate mood swings associated with
premenstrual syndrome (Lestari, 2023).
Spiritual
Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT) therapy has a great influence on
psychological well-being. Looking at the p-value results, in general therapy
Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT) can have quite a good impact on
psychology because it reduces feelings that involve spiritual, psychological
and physical elements. Several studies say SEFT can also affect patients suffering
from diseases such as COVID-19, DM, and Cancer.
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