Islamic-Oriented vs. Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy for Anxiety and Depression
NCT ID: NCT06844058
Last Updated: 2025-03-26
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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
90 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-01-15
2025-08-15
Brief Summary
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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.
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Detailed Description
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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.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
NONE
Study Groups
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Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH) Group
Participants receive 12 weekly sessions of Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH), which integrates faith-based imagery, Quranic metaphors, and religiously adapted hypnotic suggestions alongside standard Ericksonian techniques. Each session lasts 60 minutes.
Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH)
This intervention involves 12 weekly sessions (60 minutes each) of Ericksonian hypnotherapy integrated with Islamic religious elements. Sessions incorporate:
Quranic metaphors and Islamic imagery Spiritual affirmations to enhance relaxation and emotional regulation Faith-based guided hypnosis adapted to cultural and religious beliefs Techniques such as indirect suggestions, therapeutic storytelling, and guided imagery The intervention is designed for Muslim participants with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.
Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH) Group
Participants receive 12 weekly sessions of Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH), using metaphorical storytelling, indirect suggestions, guided imagery, and hypnotic language patterns without religious integration. Each session lasts 60 minutes.
Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH)
Participants receive 12 weekly sessions (60 minutes each) of standard Ericksonian hypnotherapy, which includes:
Metaphorical storytelling and guided imagery Indirect hypnotic suggestions to promote psychological flexibility Relaxation techniques to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms Unlike the Islamic-Oriented Hypnotherapy (IEH), this intervention does not integrate religious or faith-based elements.
Control Group (No Intervention)
Participants do not receive any intervention but will complete assessments at baseline, post-intervention (Week 12), and follow-up (Week 16).
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Islamic-Oriented Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (IEH)
This intervention involves 12 weekly sessions (60 minutes each) of Ericksonian hypnotherapy integrated with Islamic religious elements. Sessions incorporate:
Quranic metaphors and Islamic imagery Spiritual affirmations to enhance relaxation and emotional regulation Faith-based guided hypnosis adapted to cultural and religious beliefs Techniques such as indirect suggestions, therapeutic storytelling, and guided imagery The intervention is designed for Muslim participants with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.
Standard Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (SEH)
Participants receive 12 weekly sessions (60 minutes each) of standard Ericksonian hypnotherapy, which includes:
Metaphorical storytelling and guided imagery Indirect hypnotic suggestions to promote psychological flexibility Relaxation techniques to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms Unlike the Islamic-Oriented Hypnotherapy (IEH), this intervention does not integrate religious or faith-based elements.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* 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.
Exclusion Criteria
* 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.
18 Years
65 Years
ALL
Yes
Sponsors
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Istanbul Nisantasi University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Metin Çınaroğlu
Principal Investigator
Principal Investigators
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Metin Çınaroğlu, Phd
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
Istanbul Nisantasi Universitesi
Locations
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İstanbul Nişantaşı University
Istanbul, , Turkey (Türkiye)
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Other Identifiers
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IEH
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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