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Official title The Effect of Emotional Freedom Technique on Parents' Anxiety Level: Newborn Hearing Screening
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07421063
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Newborn hearing screening (NHS) is a standard procedure that often triggers acute anxiety in parents. While Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) has demonstrated efficacy in reducing psychological distress across various clinical settings, its specific application to parental anxiety during the neonatal screening period remains under-researched.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Parents of neonates who are undergoing the newborn hearing screening (NHS) for the first time.
- Ability to communicate effectively in the native language without language barriers.
- No prior experience or training in applying the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).
- Voluntary agreement to participate in the study and completion of the informed consent form.
You likely can't join if
- Known history of diagnosed psychiatric disorders or epilepsy.
- Situations where the neonate is crying or being breastfed immediately prior to the intervention or during the assessment.
- The scheduled hearing screening procedure is initiated before the 30-35-minute study protocol is completed.
- Occurrence of any acute situational triggers or environmental distractions that may interfere with the stability of anxiety measurements.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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