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| Claims | Tapping on meridian points on the body, derived from acupuncture, can release energy blockages that cause negative emotions. |
| Related fields | Acupuncture, acupressure |
| Year proposed | 1980s[1] |
| Original proponents | Roger Callahan |
| See also | Tapas Acupressure Technique, Emotional Freedom Techniques |
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Thought Field Therapy (TFT) is a fringe psychological treatment developed by American psychologist Roger Callahan.[2] Its proponents say that it can heal a variety of mental and physical ailments through specialized "tapping" with the fingers at meridian points on the upper body and hands. The theory behind TFT is a mixture of concepts "derived from a variety of sources. Foremost among these is the ancient Chinese philosophy of chi, which is thought to be the 'life force' that flows throughout the body". Callahan also bases his theory upon applied kinesiology and physics. There is no scientific evidence that TFT is effective, and the American Psychological Association has stated that it "lacks a scientific basis" and consists of pseudoscience.[2][3]
- ^ 30 Years Of Thought Field Therapy
- ^ a b Spiegel, Alix (29 March 2006). "Unorthodox Therapy in New Orleans Raises Concern". National Public Radio. Retrieved 16 December 2008.
- ^ Gaudiano, Brandon A.; Herbert, James D. (1 August 2000). "Can We Really Tap Our Problems Away: A Critical Analysis of Thought Field Therapy". skepticalinquirer.org. CFI. Archived from the original on 20 March 2021. Retrieved 20 March 2021.