Tapping technique calms exam jitters in somali students
NCT ID NCT07257354
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a practice that involves tapping on specific body points, could reduce exam anxiety in Somali students. Sixty-two students were split into two groups: one received two EFT sessions, the other did breathing exercises. Researchers measured anxiety levels and coping styles before and after. The goal was to see if EFT offers a simple, non-drug way to handle test stress.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce exam anxiety for students.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study with only 62 participants. Results may not apply to other groups or settings.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Health Sciences
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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