ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Logosynthesis for survivors of intimate partner violence: A pilot study Natasha L. Jones
doi: 10.9769/EPJ.2024.16.2.NJ
Citation (APA style): Jones, N. L. (2024). Logosynthesis for survivors of intimate partner violence: A pilot study. Energy Psychology: Theory, Research, and Treatment, 16(2), 17–27.
Abstract
Logosynthesis is an integrative approach to healing and development that uses the power of words to resolve disturbing memories, limiting beliefs, and other psychological challenges by “restoring the flow of life energy.” It integrates principles from psychology, energy work, and philosophy, offering a structured approach to resolving emotional distress and promoting well-being. Case studies have demonstrated rapid efficacy, lasting outcomes, and no abreactions, making it ideal for individuals who are experiencing the effects of physical intimate partner violence (IPV) such as intrusive memories of the violence they endured. This pilot study explores the impact of Logosynthesis on Subjective Units of Distress (SUD) levels and the frequency of intrusive, distressful memories among women who have experienced physical IPV. A total of four participants were recruited through social media and randomly assigned to either an intervention or control group, participating in three online group sessions led by the researcher. SUD levels were assessed at three time points: preintervention (Session 1), postintervention (Session 2), and a 30-day follow-up. The occurrence of intrusive memories was measured using the PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) at baseline and the 30-day follow-up. Independent samples t-tests were employed to compare SUD scores during treatment and at the 30-day follow-up, as well as to assess changes in intrusive memory occurrence between baseline and 30 days posttreatment. Results indicated that: (1) participants in the treatment group experienced a 100% reduction in SUD levels during treatment from Mean 6.0 to 0.0 with sustained reduction for at least 30 days posttreatment; (2) intrusive memories were extinguished in the treatment group, a 100% reduction; and (3) the treatment group participants reported significant differences in their SUD scores (100% decrease) and occurrence of intrusive memories (100% decrease) compared to the control group SUD scores of 9.09% decrease and occurrence of intrusive memories (0% decrease). These results suggest Logosynthesis may be effective in alleviating distress and reducing intrusive symptoms in individuals who have experienced physical intimate partner violence.
Keywords: Logosynthesis, trauma, PTSD, stress, domestic violence, intimate partner violence
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