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Effects of Ericksonian Hypnotherapy Versus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Prolonged Grief Among University Students in Istanbul: A Randomized Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Ericksonian Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Prolonged Grief Symptoms. Completed, enrolled 39 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Effects of Ericksonian Hypnotherapy Versus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Prolonged Grief Among University Students in Istanbul: A Randomized None-clinical Controlled Trial This randomized controlled trial explores the efficacy of Ericksonian Hypnotherapy versus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in mitigating symptoms of prolonged grief among university students in Istanbul. With a backdrop of transitional academic and socio-emotional challenges, 39 students who experienced significant loss and exhibited symptoms of prolonged grief were enrolled. Participants were randomly assigned to undergo Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, CBT, or placed on a waiting list (control group), each with 13 individuals. The study uniquely positions itself in Istanbul, leveraging the city's cultural context to examine grief processing in an urban, academically engaged population. Utilizing the Prolonged Grief Scale, Beck Depression Inventory, and SCL-90 Symptom Checklist for assessment, the interventions were evaluated for their effectiveness in reducing grief and associated psychological symptoms.
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Interventions
The Ericksonian hypnosis intervention was designed to create a nurturing and therapeutic setting, specifically tailored to the unique challenges of prolonged grief faced by university students. This approach focused on accessing the subconscious, using symbolic and imaginative techniques to facilitate change. The goal was to alleviate the emotional pain associated with prolonged grief and to empower students to adapt more effectively to their loss. This intervention highlighted the transformative potential of Ericksonian methods in addressing deep-seated emotional issues through gentle and indirect therapeutic modalities.
The CBT intervention aimed to provide a supportive and healing environment, addressing the specific challenges of prolonged grief within a university student population. The focus was on developing concrete skills to manage the cognitive and behavioral aspects of grief. This approach sought to mitigate the pain of prolonged grief and empower students to adapt more healthily to their loss, emphasizing practical strategies for change and coping. Participants were encouraged to actively engage in exercises that challenged their thought patterns and promoted behavioral adjustments tailored to their individual needs.