Good morning,
It is time once again for one of Dr. David Feinstein's amazing summaries of latest scientific research into the effects of different types of Energy Psychology. This month he shares about how these tools can be used after natural disasters. David writes:
The number of natural disasters, from hurricanes and tornadoes to floods and forest fires, has nearly doubled in the past decade compared to the previous decade due largely, according to the United Nations, to “extreme weather events.” Meanwhile, human-made disasters–such as mass shootings, warfare, violent conflicts
impacting civilian populations, and industrial accidents–have also increased exponentially.
Whether natural or otherwise, disasters can severely impact mental health. Between 30 and 60 percent of individuals who survive a disaster suffer with the symptoms of PTSD, and all must deal with enormous emotional and practical challenges. Even for those who do not develop PTSD, symptoms of anxiety, depression,
paranoia, sleep disturbance, substance abuse, and stress-related physical illness are not unusual. Based on hundreds of reports from the field and a growing number of formal studies, energy psychology or acupoint tapping has been remarkably effective in the treatment of trauma-based psychological difficulties. Read more >>>
If you know other people in your life who would be interested in this type of research, please pass it along.
I hope you have a great day,
Gene