Stress and AnxietyNCT07113002
EFFECTIVENESS OF EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF STRESS AND ANXIETY AMONG FEMALE HOSTELITES
A study testing Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in people with Stress and Anxiety, run by Fatima Jinnah Women University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This study tested how well Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) works to reduce stress and anxiety in female university students living in hostels. Eighty students were randomly divided into two groups: one received EFT therapy for 4 weeks, and the other did not. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 35 years, women only
- Conditions the study is for
- Stress and Anxiety
- What is being tested?
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 80 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 1 Dec 2023to 17 Aug 2024
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 35 years
- Women only
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Female students living in university hostels.
- Female students who have provided informed consent to participate.
Who cannot join
- Male students.
- Hostel professionals and management living in hostels.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
This study tested how well Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) works to reduce stress and anxiety in female university students living in hostels. Eighty students were randomly divided into two groups: one received EFT therapy for 4 weeks, and the other did not. Stress and anxiety were measured before and after using standard scales. The group that received EFT showed a significant reduction in stress and anxiety compared to the control group. This suggests EFT is an effective way to help manage mental health problems in this group.
- Conditions
- Stress and Anxiety
- Being tested
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- Medical subject headings
- Anxiety Disorders
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)Behavioural
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a psychological intervention that uses tapping on acupuncture points combined with cognitive techniques to reduce stress and anxiety. Participants received EFT sessions for 4 weeks.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Group (EFT) | Experimental | Participants received 4 weeks of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy. Receives: Behavioral: Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) |
| Control Group | No intervention | Participants in this group did not receive Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy. They served as the control group for comparison with the intervention group. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Reduction in Stress Levels
Stress levels measured using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) to assess the effect of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy on stress reduction among female hostelites.
Measured: Baseline and 4 weeks after intervention
Secondary outcomes (1)
Reduction in Anxiety Levels
Anxiety levels measured using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-7) to evaluate the effect of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy on anxiety reduction among female hostelites.
Measured: Baseline and 4 weeks after intervention
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted8 Aug 2025
- Study start1 Dec 2023
- Primary completion6 Jul 2024
- Study completion17 Aug 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Stress and AnxietyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Fatima Jinnah Women University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Rija Munir, Fatima Jinnah Women University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07113002
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- FJWU/EC/2024/80
- Status last verified
- Aug 2025
- First submitted
- 1 Aug 2025
- Last updated
- 8 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 8 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- EFFECTIVENESS OF EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF STRESS AND ANXIETY AMONG FEMALE HOSTELITES
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07113002
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- FJWU/EC/2024/80
- Conditions
- Stress and Anxiety
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Fatima Jinnah Women UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Dec 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 6 Jul 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 17 Aug 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 8 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study tested how well Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) works to reduce stress and anxiety in female university students living in hostels. Eighty students were randomly divided into two groups: one received EFT therapy for 4 weeks, and the other did not. Stress and anxiety were measured before and after using standard scales. The group that received EFT showed a significant reduction in stress and anxiety compared to the control group. This suggests EFT is an effective way to help manage mental health problems in this group.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Group (EFT) | Experimental | Behavioral: Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)Participants received 4 weeks of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy. |
| Control Group | No intervention | –Participants in this group did not receive Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy. They served as the control group for comparison with the intervention group. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 35 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Female students living in university hostels.
- Female students who have provided informed consent to participate.
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Male students.
- Hostel professionals and management living in hostels.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a psychological intervention that uses tapping on acupuncture points combined with cognitive techniques to reduce stress and anxiety. Participants received EFT sessions for 4 weeks. | Behavioural | Intervention Group (EFT) |
Primary outcome
Reduction in Stress Levels
Time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks after intervention
Stress levels measured using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) to assess the effect of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) therapy on stress reduction among female hostelites.
1 secondary outcome
Reduction in Anxiety Levels
Time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks after intervention
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 8 Aug 2025.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in people with Stress and Anxiety, run by Fatima Jinnah Women University at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 8 Aug 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Reduction in Stress Levels (time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks after intervention). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 8 Aug 2025.