Energy Psychology in Disaster Relief  

Oleh:

Feinstein, David

Jenis: Article from Journal - e-Journal
Dalam koleksi: Traumatology vol. 14 no. 1 (Mar. 2008), page 127-139.
Topik: acupuncture; energy psychology; Emotional Freedom Techniques; hyperarousal; Thought Field Therapy; trauma
Fulltext: 127.pdf (118.01KB)

Isi artikel

Energy psychology uses cognitive operations such as imaginal exposure to traumatic memories or visualization of optimal performance scenario—combined with physical interventions derived from acupuncture, yoga, and related systems—to induce psychological change. Although a controversial approach, this combination purportedly brings about, with unusual speed and precision, therapeutic shifts in affective, cognitive, and behavioral patterns that underlie a range of psychological concerns. Energy psychology has been applied in the wake of natural and human-made disasters in the Congo, Guatemala, Indonesia, Kenya, Kosovo, Kuwait, Mexico, Moldavia, Nairobi, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, and the United States. At least three international humanitarian relief organizations have adapted energy psychology as a treatment in their postdisaster missions. Four tiers of energy psychology interventions include (1) providing immediate relief/stabilization, (2) extinguishing conditioned responses, (3) overcoming complex psychological problems, and (4) promoting optimal functioning. The first tier is most pertinent in psychological first aid immediately following a disaster, with the subsequent tiers progressively being introduced over time with complex stress reactions and chronic disorders. This article reviews the approach, considers its viability, and offers a framework for applying energy psychology in treating disaster survivors.

Opini Anda

Klik untuk menuliskan opini Anda tentang koleksi ini!

Kembali