The walking backward intervention experienced by students with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Turkiye’s earthquake

Al Johani, Saeed and Ismail, Nik Ahmad Hisham (2024) The walking backward intervention experienced by students with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Turkiye’s earthquake. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Development, 13 (4). pp. 2911-2935. E-ISSN 2226-6348

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Abstract

The study aimed to investigate the therapeutic potential of walking backwards as a method for treating psychological trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder which may follow it . The research involved twelve students from different schools, focusing on the effects of the backward walking technique on mental imagery, sleep quality, and emotional health. The study used a qualitative methodology, with personal interviews with participants. Initially, participants had fearful mental images of earthquakes and compulsive repetition of these images. However, after using the technique, 50% reported more control over these images, and 91.66% felt that the frightening images had less effect on their mental state. The backward walking technique also improved sleep quality. Participants reported simpler sleep commencement, deep and prolonged sleep, and a significant increase in the quality of their sleep. Additionally, people who had trauma experienced negative emotions such as dread, poor social communication, melancholy, and rage. However, after using the technique, they reported increased satisfaction, interaction with others, happiness, and familiarity with their surroundings. The study is considered an original scientific contribution to the body of knowledge, as it demonstrates that trauma victims greatly benefit from the kinesthetic treatment of walking backward. This research highlights the importance of incorporating the backward walking technique in the treatment of psychological trauma.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Walking Backwards, Psychological Trauma, PTSD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Subjects:	L Education > LC Special aspects of education > LC1390 Education of special classes of persons
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Educational Psychology & Counseling Kulliyyah of Education
Depositing User:	PROFESSOR DR. NIK AHMAD HISHAM ISMAIL
Date Deposited:	16 Jan 2025 16:10
Last Modified:	16 Jan 2025 16:12
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/118595

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