Efficacy of Reiki on Mood and Well-Being
Author Information
Author(s): Deborah Bowden, Lorna Goddard, John Gruzelier
Primary Institution: Goldsmiths, University of London
Hypothesis
Can Reiki improve mood and well-being in individuals with high anxiety and depression?
Conclusion
Reiki may benefit mood, particularly in individuals with high anxiety and depression.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants with high anxiety and/or depression who received Reiki showed significant improvement in mood at follow-up.
- The control group did not show any change in mood.
- Reiki participants had a greater reduction in stress compared to controls.
- Improvements in mood were maintained at five-week follow-up for the Reiki group.
Takeaway
Reiki is like a special kind of relaxation that can help people feel happier, especially if they are feeling sad or anxious.
Methodology
40 university students were randomly assigned to receive Reiki or a control treatment, with assessments of mood and anxiety before and after the intervention.
Potential Biases
The experimenter who administered Reiki also conducted the sessions, which could introduce bias.
Limitations
The study lacked double-blinding and had a higher dropout rate in the Reiki group.
Participant Demographics
Participants were university students aged 18-43, with a majority being female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.036
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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