Efficacy of Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy vs. Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy in Reducing Anxiety and Depression: A Randomized Controlled Trial
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 90
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)
研究概览
简要总结
This randomized controlled trial (RCT) aims to compare the effectiveness of Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH) and Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH) in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. The study will enroll 90 participants with mild to moderate anxiety and depression, who will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: (1) IEH intervention, (2) SEH intervention, or (3) control group (no intervention). Participants in the intervention groups will receive 12 weekly hypnotherapy sessions, each lasting 60 minutes. The primary outcomes include changes in Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) and Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) scores from baseline to post-intervention and at a 4-week follow-up.
The study will also assess whether religious belief levels moderate the effects of the intervention using the OK-Religious Attitude Scale. Data collection will be performed at Istanbul Nişantaşı University, and ethical approval has been obtained.
详细描述
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the differential effects of Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH) and Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH) in alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression among religious Muslim adults. The primary objective is to examine whether the integration of Islamic religious elements into Ericksonian hypnotherapy enhances clinical outcomes compared to its standard application.
The study follows a parallel-group design with three arms: IEH, SEH, and a no-intervention control. Ninety participants (30 per group) are randomized using stratified block randomization based on age and gender. All intervention sessions are manualized, delivered by trained clinical psychologists, and conducted weekly over 12 weeks (each lasting 60 minutes).
IEH sessions incorporate culturally and religiously adapted therapeutic elements, such as Quranic metaphors, Islamic imagery, and spiritual affirmations, in line with the Ericksonian framework. SEH sessions utilize traditional hypnotic techniques including metaphorical storytelling, guided imagery, and indirect suggestions, without religious content.
Primary outcome measures include changes in Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) and Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) scores from baseline to Week 12 (post-intervention) and Week 16 (follow-up). Secondary analyses will investigate whether religiosity levels (measured via the OK-Religious Attitude Scale) moderate treatment effects. Blinded outcome assessors will ensure unbiased data collection.
This study addresses the need for culturally responsive mental health interventions within Muslim populations. Ethical approval was obtained from the İstanbul Nişantaşı University Ethics Committee (Approval No: 20250103-27). Results are expected to contribute to evidence-based development of spiritually integrated psychotherapeutic models for anxiety and depression.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 65 Years（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Muslim individuals aged 18-65 years.
- •Mild to moderate anxiety and/or depression symptoms (assessed via Beck
- •Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) and Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)).
- •No formal psychiatric diagnosis but experiencing psychological distress.
- •High religious belief levels, assessed via OK-Religious Attitude Scale.
- •Not currently receiving psychotherapy or psychotropic medication.
- •Ability to give informed consent and complete the study requirements.
排除标准
- •Severe psychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe MDD).
- •Current use of psychotropic medication or undergoing psychotherapy.
- •History of substance abuse or dependence.
- •Diagnosed dissociative disorders (contraindications for hypnosis).
- •Cognitive impairment affecting comprehension of intervention.
- •Severe medical conditions that may interfere with participation.
结局指标
主要结局
Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)
时间窗: Baseline, Week 12 (post-intervention), Week 16 (follow-up)
The study evaluates the effectiveness of Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH) vs. Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH) vs. No Intervention in reducing depressive symptoms. Depression severity will be assessed using the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II), comparing baseline, post-intervention (Week 12), and follow-up (Week 16) scores.
Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)
时间窗: Baseline, Week 12, Week 16
The study measures reductions in anxiety symptoms among participants receiving IEH, SEH, or no intervention. Anxiety severity will be assessed using the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), comparing scores from baseline to post-intervention and follow-up.
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Metin Çınaroğlu
Principal Investigator
Istanbul Nisantasi University