Research Proposal LaShanda McMahon Psych/665 Debbra Jennings 12/4/17 Running head: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1 RESEARCH PROPOSAL 8 Introduction Reiki is a form of energy healing and is an alternative treatment method. Reiki is a healing technique based on the principle that a Reiki Master can channel energy by means of touch to the client that activates a natural healing process. The goal of Reiki is to move the energy around the patient’s body to restore physical ailments and promote well-being. Reiki is a Japanese technique where there is unseen, spiritually guided life-force energy that flows through us to improve one’s health and enhance the quality of life (The International Center for Reiki Training, 2017). The author will perform a literature review based on the submitted annotated bibliography assignment, state the research question and hypothesis, explain the methods used in the sample, procedure, and analysis. Ethical considerations will be considered and reviewed relating to the research question. Expected results will be examined, potential limitations, and conclusions drawn. All references will be cited so readers can follow and locate any sources relative to this study. Literature Review In the first article, the increasing use of Reiki as a complementary therapy in specialist palliative care, the authors exam development in the last decade the increase in the integration and usage of complementary therapies (CT’s) as an adjunct therapy to conventional medication care and treatment. According to Burden, Herron-Marx, and Clifford (2005), “Documented benefits of relaxation, decreased perception of pain, reduced anxiety and improved sense of wellbeing have been shown to enable an enhanced quality of life, where curative treatment is no longer an option” (Introduction). Moreover, Reiki is a recent addition to a recognized CT for cancer patients as an energy-healing intervention. Reiki has gained popularity as a non-invasive and non-pharma logical treatment that produces profound relaxation, relief from anxiety, stress, pain, and promotion of a feeling of wellbeing. Although there is no evidence supporting its effects within clinical practice, the article takes the position of Reiki as an emerging CT, but does infer the need for more research. This peer-reviewed article was a blind peer review performed in United Kingdom. The next article by Jane Hart, discusses how she started an energy based, medicine practice with therapeutic touch and created a program providing a philosophy of care based on an energy healing technique, also known as a form of Reiki, based in San Antonio, Texas. This article highlights the increasing acceptance of energy medicine as an alternative healing modality as an important healing practice in the medical community. This type of energy medicine therapies is more common and is offered in hospitals as a complementary therapy. Energy medicine is becoming widely accepted and are prescribed ...

1. Research Proposal
LaShanda McMahon
Psych/665
Debbra Jennings
12/4/17
Running head: RESEARCH PROPOSAL
1
RESEARCH PROPOSAL
8
Introduction
Reiki is a form of energy healing and is an alternative
treatment method. Reiki is a healing technique based on the
principle that a Reiki Master can channel energy by means of
touch to the client that activates a natural healing process. The
goal of Reiki is to move the energy around the patient’s body to
restore physical ailments and promote well-being. Reiki is a
Japanese technique where there is unseen, spiritually guided
life-force energy that flows through us to improve one’s health
and enhance the quality of life (The International Center for
Reiki Training, 2017).

2. The author will perform a literature review based on the
submitted annotated bibliography assignment, state the research
question and hypothesis, explain the methods used in the
sample, procedure, and analysis. Ethical considerations will be
considered and reviewed relating to the research question.
Expected results will be examined, potential limitations, and
conclusions drawn. All references will be cited so readers can
follow and locate any sources relative to this study.
Literature Review
In the first article, the increasing use of Reiki as a
complementary therapy in specialist palliative care, the authors
exam development in the last decade the increase in the
integration and usage of complementary therapies (CT’s) as an
adjunct therapy to conventional medication care and treatment.
According to Burden, Herron-Marx, and Clifford (2005),
“Documented benefits of relaxation, decreased perception of
pain, reduced anxiety and improved sense of wellbeing have
been shown to enable an enhanced quality of life, where
curative treatment is no longer an option” (Introduction).
Moreover, Reiki is a recent addition to a recognized CT for
cancer patients as an energy-healing intervention. Reiki has
gained popularity as a non-invasive and non-pharma logical
treatment that produces profound relaxation, relief from
anxiety, stress, pain, and promotion of a feeling of wellbeing.
Although there is no evidence supporting its effects within
clinical practice, the article takes the position of Reiki as an
emerging CT, but does infer the need for more research. This
peer-reviewed article was a blind peer review performed in
United Kingdom.
The next article by Jane Hart, discusses how she started an
energy based, medicine practice with therapeutic touch and
created a program providing a philosophy of care based on an
energy healing technique, also known as a form of Reiki, based
in San Antonio, Texas. This article highlights the increasing
acceptance of energy medicine as an alternative healing
modality as an important healing practice in the medical

3. community. This type of energy medicine therapies is more
common and is offered in hospitals as a complementary therapy.
Energy medicine is becoming widely accepted and are
prescribed part and parcel to patients’ treatment regimens. Even
though energy medicine is more prevalent and accepted
alternative healing therapies, there is still controversy due to
the lack of understanding the physiologic mechanisms behind
energy medicine, credibility, lack of high-quality research,
randomized controlled trials, and evidence based supporting
bio-field therapy research. Moreover, there is an increasing
need for energy medicine in a medical setting providing
physical, emotional benefits, and comfort. According to Hart
(2012), “While the field of energy medicine has come a long
way, there are still some obstacles to overcome in order to
continue advancing in the medical community.” (Conclusion).
This research design was experimental, randomized, and
performed a pre-test-post-test.
The third article reviewed discusses the theory of Reiki,
historical review, the practice of Reiki and the growing
popularity of this bio-field energy therapy. According to Miles
and True (2003), “Although systematic study of efficacy is
scant thus far, Reiki is increasingly used as an adjunct to
conventional medical care, both in and out of hospital settings.”
(Introduction). The authors do a good job of outlining the use of
Reiki in a clinical setting and examine important consideration
in establishing Reiki programs within health care industry. The
authors performed a significant amount of research literature
reviews and evaluated the direction for future Reiki research.
Although the authors reviewed over 70 related articles, they
reported that the literature currently consists of a limited
number of reported cases, descriptive studies, or randomized
controlled studies. According to Miles and True (2003),
“Although it comes mostly from descriptive studies or
randomized controlled trials with design limitations, evidence
of the beneficial effects of Reiki makes a compelling case for
the need for further research” (Directions of Future Research).

4. This article’s research consisted solely of literature reviews.
The last article examined article is different than the others
in that is discusses the difficulty in conducting research on the
efficacy of Reiki, while outlining the increased success of Reiki
as a complementary and alternative healing method to Western
medical treatment. This article is similar to the others in its
understanding of what Reiki is, the theory behind it, history,
and bio field energy alternative treatment that compliments
traditional medical care. Out of all the other articles, this article
articulates the use of Reiki in a comprehensive medical setting
and discusses in depth professional standards, which the other
have little or nothing considered. This article is comparative to
all the others I’ve reviewed in that is reiterates the lack of
studies reported in literature and a limited number of case
reports, but does pose the question that out of all the studies
conducted, the number of patients reviewed were significantly
smaller overall than other related subjects. This article studied
randomized, controlled studies with design limitations. As with
the other articles, the authors state that there is a need for
further research and studies that build upon current research
already performed?
Research Question and Hypothesis
The following research proposal will examine the author’s
hypothesis: Reiki energy healing, using the touch method, as a
viable technique in treating anxiety in a patient, when compared
to patients receiving normal interventions. Reiki is an
alternative healing modality based on the principle that a Reiki
Master can channel energy into a patient by means of lying of
hands or hovering slightly about a client to activate the life-
force energy that starts a natural healing process to restore
physical and emotional health.
Methods: Sample, Procedure, and Analysis
The methodology for studying this hypothesis will use
descriptive research methods, which is considered non-
experimental. Descriptive research ethical consideration is
critical and has benefits over experimental research designs in

5. terms of ethical concerns (Center for Innovation in Research
and Teaching, n.d.). Descriptive research’s primary focus is
ensuring the safety of human subjects and that ethical practices
are being used through observational, case study, and survey
methods. Quantitative research design will be employed that
will provide or disprove the hypotheses by a statistical analysis.
The first sampling will be participants solicited at Reiki
Centers, Chiropractor practices, and other non-traditional
healing clinics on a volunteer basis. These volunteers will be
picked at random for descriptive research through observational
and survey methods. In addition; a survey will be employed to
participants that answer questions through exit interviews.
An informed consent will be constructed and approved either
by the parent, guardian, or an appointed guardian. A risk and
benefits will be considered and assessed to include a review of
ethical concerns. Quantitative data will be collected regarding
the participants’ history, background, treatment history,
continuity of parental influence or caregiver, any parental issues
relative to mental disorders, substance abuse, and criminal
history, any victimization, self-harming behaviors, and any
medical precursors.
Survey questions will be formulated to inquire and provide
more information about the adolescent women prior to going
through the program (pretest). The researcher will review the
questions with their peers to ensure there are no double-
barreled, loaded, or negative wording questions while ensuring
there are no open-ended questions. This will not be an
interactive questionnaire and provided only to the control group
by a facilitator.
The data will be analyzed using a linear regression statistical
method to either quantify the hypothesis or reflect the null
hypothesis by either predicting the coefficient determination.
This method will provide if the intercept between the
independent and dependent variable can be shown as a liner or a
non-liner relationship. Additional constructs can be employed to
include base Baseline blood pressure, self-reported anxiety

6. level, does the patient believe they have anxiety, and diagnosed
with anxiety by a medical professional. Other tests can be
employed such as State-Trait Anxiety Inventory Charles D.
Spielberger – Adult (STAI-AD) – measure anxiety among adults
and differentiates between the condition of “state of anxiety”
and the quality of “trait Anxiety” to distinguish between the
client’s feelings of anxiety. Perceived Stress Scale (PSS)
Sheldon Cohen – Instrument for measuring the perception of
stress by a client.
Ethical Considerations
With this research question, the primary goal of a research
psychologist is centered on protecting the participants from
harm, while minimizing the risk, and select participants that
could benefit from the research. Section 8.01, Institutional
approved is required and approval obtained prior to conducting
the research and in accordance with the approved protocol to
ensure ethical practices are being used and approved by the
Institutional Review Board (IRB) that governs the research
(American Psychological Association, n.d). In addition, Section
8.02, Informed Consent to Research is part and parcel to the
principles of descriptive research. Voluntary participation and
informed consent guarantee each participant that they are fully
informed and potential risks have been identified. Lastly,
Section 8.10 of the ADA ethical principle standards dictates
reporting of the research data and results accurately, without
deception.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the original hypothesis Reiki energy healing,
using the touch method, as a viable technique in treating
anxiety in a patient, when compared to patients receiving
normal interventions result show promising in that Reiki can be
used to reduce and treat anxiety.
In addition, there is sufficient evidence and research compiled
that would support these types of programs and interventions
alongside the use of traditional methodologies.
The author presented a literature review based on the

7. submitted annotated bibliography assignment, discussed the
research question and hypothesis, explained the methodology
used in the samples, potential procedures, and analysis through
observational, case study, and survey methods. Ethical
considerations were outlined and reviewed narrating the
research question. Expected results were examined, potential
limitations were presented, and conclusions were drawn. All
references have been cited and any sources relative to this study
were discussed in support of the research question.
References
Burden, B., Herron-Marx, S., & Clifford, C. (2005). The
increasing use of reiki as a complementary therapy in
specialist palliative care. International Journal of Palliative
Nursing, 11(5), 248-253
Hart, J. (2012). Healing Touch, Therapeutic Touch, and Reiki:
Energy Medicine Advances in the Medical
Community. Alternative & Complementary Therapies, 18(6),
309-313. doi:10.1089/act.2012.18609
Miles, P., & True, G. (2003). Reiki--review of a biofield
therapy history, theory, practice, and research. Alternative
Therapies in Health and Medicine, 9(2), 62-72. Retrieved from
https://search-proquest-
com.contentproxy.phoenix.edu/docview/204828195?accoun
tid=458
Nield-Anderson, L., & Ameling, A. (2000). The empowering
nature of Reiki as a complementary therapy. Holistic Nursing
Practice, 14(3), 21-29.
The International Center for Reiki
Training. (2017). Reiki. Retrieved from http://www.reiki.org/
Research Proposal in psychology

8. Name
Institution
Instructor
Date
RESEARCH PROPOSAL POSTER:
ABSTRACT
Reiki is a form of energy healing and is an alternative treatment
method. Reiki is a healing technique based on the principle that
a Reiki Master can channel energy by means of touch to the
client that activates a natural healing process. The goal of Reiki
is to move the energy around the patient’s body to restore
physical ailments and promote well-being. Reiki is a Japanese
technique where there is unseen, spiritually guided life-force
energy that flows through us to improve one’s health and
enhance the quality of life;.
The author will perform a literature review based on the
submitted annotated bibliography assignment, state the research
question and hypothesis, explain the methods used in the
sample, procedure, and analysis. Ethical considerations will be
considered and reviewed relating to the research question.
Expected results will be examined, potential limitations, and
conclusions drawn.
The following will form the baseline of research outline;
Exercise 1.1: Discovering the Subject of Your Interest or Issue
of Inquiry Bio psychosocial
Exercise 1.2: Understanding the Personal Viewpoint
Exercise 1.3: Selecting the Focus of Your Study
Exercise 1.5: Developing Your Interest Statement
What are your research and null hypotheses?

9. Having gone through this valuable exercise, my research
will be to study the following: Reiki is an alternative healing
modality based on the principle that a Reiki Master can channel
energy into a patient by means of laying of hands or hovering
slightly about a client to activate the life-force energy that
starts a natural healing process to restore physical and
emotional health.
Therefore, my null hypotheses is as follows: There is no
relationship in Reiki between the laying on of hands and
hovering of hands.
The outline of this project will also include;
Prior research: Literature reviews
Purpose of Reiki method
Methods used in research
The expected conclusions
References
Cont’d
PRIOR RESEARCH: LITERATURE REVIEW
In the first article, the increasing use of Reiki as a
complementary therapy in specialist palliative care, the authors
examine the development in the last decade the increase in the
integration and usage of complementary therapies (CT’s) as an
adjunct therapy to conventional medication care and treatment.
According to Burden, Herron-Marx, and Clifford (2005),
“Documented benefits of relaxation, decreased perception of
pain, reduced anxiety and improved sense of wellbeing have
been shown to enable an enhanced quality of life, where
curative treatment is no longer an option.” (Introduction).
Moreover, Reiki is a recent addition to a recognized CT for
cancer patients as an energy-healing intervention. Reiki has
gained popularity as a non-invasive and non-pharm logical
treatment that produces profound relaxation, relief from
anxiety, stress, pain, and promotion of a feeling of wellbeing.

10. Although there is no evidence supporting its effects within
clinical practice, the article takes the position of Reiki as an
emerging CT, but does infer the need for more research. This
peer-reviewed article was a blind peer review performed in
United Kingdom.
The next article by Jane Hart, discusses how she started an
energy based, medicine practice with therapeutic touch and
created a program providing a philosophy of care based on an
energy healing technique, also known as a form of Reiki, based
in San Antonio, Texas. This article highlights the increasing
acceptance of energy medicine as an alternative healing
modality as an important healing practice in the medical
community. This type of energy medicine therapies is more
common and is offered in hospitals as a complementary therapy.
Energy medicine is becoming widely accepted and are
prescribed part and parcel to patients’ treatment regimens. Even
though energy medicine is more prevalent and accepted
alternative healing therapies, there is still controversy due to
the lack of understanding the physiologic mechanisms behind
energy medicine, credibility, lack of high-quality research,
randomized controlled trials, and evidence based supporting bio
field therapy research. Moreover, there is an increasing need for
energy medicine in a medical setting providing physical,
emotional benefits, and comfort. According to Hart (2012),
“While the field of energy medicine has come a long way, there
are still some obstacles to overcome in order to continue
advancing in the medical community.” (Conclusion). This
research design was experimental, randomized, and performed a
pre-test-post-test.
The third article reviewed discusses the theory of Reiki,
historical review, the practice of Reiki and the growing
popularity of this bio field energy therapy. According to Miles
and True (2003), “Although systematic study of efficacy is
scant thus far, Reiki is increasingly used as an adjunct to

11. conventional medical care, both in and out of hospital settings.”
(Introduction). The authors do a good job of outlining the use of
Reiki in a clinical setting and examine important consideration
in establishing Reiki programs within health care industry. The
authors performed a significant amount of research literature
reviews and evaluated the direction for future Reiki research.
Although the authors reviewed over 70 related articles, they
reported that the literature currently consists of a limited
number of reported cases, descriptive studies, or randomized
controlled studies. According to Miles and True (2003),
“Although it comes mostly from descriptive studies or
randomized controlled trials with design limitations, evidence
of the beneficial effects of Reiki makes a compelling case for
the need for further research.” (Directions of Future Research).
This article’s research consisted solely of literature reviews.
The last article examined article is different than the
others in that is discusses the difficulty in conducting research
on the efficacy of Reiki, while outlining the increased success
of Reiki as a complementary and alternative healing method to
Western medical treatment. This article is similar to the others
in its understanding of what Reiki is, the theory behind it,
history, and bio field energy alternative treatment that
compliments traditional medical care. Out of all the other
articles, this article articulates the use of Reiki in a
comprehensive medical setting and discusses in depth
professional standards, which the other have little or nothing
considered. This article is comparative to all the others I’ve
reviewed in that is reiterates the lack of studies reported in
literature and a limited number of case reports, but does pose
the question that out of all the studies conducted, the number of
patients reviewed were significantly smaller overall than other
related subjects. This article studied randomized, controlled
studies with design limitations. As with the other articles, the
authors state that there is a need for further research and studies
that build upon current research already performed.

12. CONT’D
Research purpose
The research proposal purpose will examine the author’s
hypothesis: Reiki energy healing, using the touch method, as a
viable technique in treating anxiety in a patient, when compared
to patients receiving normal interventions. Reiki is an
alternative healing modality based on the principle that a Reiki
Master can channel energy into a patient by means of laying of
hands or hovering slightly about a client to activate the life-
force energy that starts a natural healing process to restore
physical and emotional health.
Ethical Considerations
With this research, the primary goal of a research
psychologist is centered on protecting the participants from
harm, while minimizing the risk, and select participants that
could benefit from the research. Section 8.01, Institutional
approved is required and approval obtained prior to conducting
the research and in accordance with the approved protocol to
ensure ethical practices are being used and approved by the
Institutional Review Board (IRB) that governs the research
(American Psychological Association, n.d.). In addition, Section
8.02, Informed Consent to Research is part and parcel to the
principles of descriptive research. Voluntary participation and
informed consent guarantee each participant that they are fully
informed and potential risks have been identified. Lastly,
Section 8.10 of the ADA ethical principle standards dictates
reporting of the research data and results accurately, without
deception.
In conclusion, the original hypothesis Reiki energy
healing, using the touch method, as a viable technique in
treating anxiety in a patient, when compared to patients
receiving normal interventions result show promising in that
Reiki can be used to reduce and treat anxiety.

13. METHODS
Methods: Sample, Procedure, and Analysis
The methodology for studying this hypothesis will use
descriptive research methods, which is considered non-
experimental. Descriptive research ethical consideration is
critical and has benefits over experimental research designs in
terms of ethical concerns (Center for Innovation in Research
and Teaching, n.d.). Descriptive research’s primary focus is
ensuring the safety of human subjects and that ethical practices
are being used through observational, case study, and survey
methods. Quantitative research design will be employed that
will provide or disprove the hypotheses by a statistical analysis.
The first sampling will be participants solicited at Reiki
Centers, Chiropractor practices, and other non-traditional
healing clinics on a volunteer basis. These volunteers will be
picked at random for descriptive research through observational
and survey methods. In addition, a survey will be employed to
participants that answer questions through exit interviews.
An informed consent will be constructed and approved
either by the parent, guardian, or an appointed guardian. A risk
and benefits will be considered and assessed to include a review
of ethical concerns. Quantitative data will be collected
regarding the participants’ history, background, treatment
history, continuity of parental influence or caregiver, any
parental issues relative to mental disorders, substance abuse,
and criminal history, any victimization, self-harming behaviors,
and any medical precursors.
Survey questions will be formulated to inquire and provide
more information about the adolescent women prior to going
through the program (pretest). The researcher will review the
questions with their peers to ensure there are no double-

14. barreled, loaded, or negative wording questions while ensuring
there are no open-ended questions. This will not be an
interactive questionnaire and provided only to the control group
by a facilitator.
The data will be analyzed using a linear regression
statistical method to either quantify the hypothesis or reflect the
null hypothesis by either predicting the coefficient
determination. This method will provide if the intercept
between the independent and dependent variable can be shown
as a liner or a non-liner relationship. Additional constructs can
be employed to include base Baseline blood pressure, self-
reported anxiety level, does the patient believe they have
anxiety, and diagnosed with anxiety by a medical professional.
Other tests can be employed such as State-Trait Anxiety
Inventory Charles D. Spielberger – Adult (STAI-AD) – measure
anxiety among adults and differentiates between the condition
of “state of anxiety” and the quality of “trait Anxiety” to
distinguish between the client’s feelings of anxiety. Perceived
Stress Scale (PSS) Sheldon Cohen – Instrument for measuring
the perception of stress by a client.
EXPECTED CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the original hypothesis Reiki energy
healing, using the touch method, as a viable technique in
treating anxiety in a patient, when compared to patients
receiving normal interventions result show promising in that
Reiki can be used to reduce and treat anxiety.
In addition, there is sufficient evidence and research
compiled that would support these types of programs and
interventions alongside the use of traditional methodologies.
Hart, J. (2012). Healing Touch, Therapeutic Touch, and Reiki:
Energy Medicine Advances in the Medical
Community. Alternative & Complementary Therapies, 18(6),

15. 309-313. doi:10.1089/act.2012.18609
Jane Hart started an energy based, medicine practice with
therapeutic touch and created a program providing a philosophy
of care based on an energy healing technique, also known as a
form of Reiki, based in San Antonio, Texas. This article
highlights the increasing acceptance of energy medicine as an
alternative healing modality as an important healing practice in
the medical community. This type of energy medicine therapies
is more common and are offered in hospitals as a
complementary therapy. Energy medicine is becoming widely
accepted and are prescribed part and parcel to patients’
treatment regimens. Even though energy medicine is more
prevalent and accepted alternative healing therapies, there is
still controversy due to the lack of understanding the
physiologic mechanisms behind energy medicine, credibility,
lack of high-quality research, randomized controlled trials, and
evidence based supporting bio field therapy research. Moreover,
there is an increasing need for energy medicine I a medical
setting providing physical and emotional benefits and comfort.
According to Hart (2012), “While the field of energy medicine
has come a long way, there are still some obstacles to overcome
in order to continue advancing in the medical community.”
(Conclusion). This research design was experimental,
randomized, and performed a pre-test-post-test.
Miles, P., & True, G. (2003). Reiki--review of a bio field
therapy history, theory, practice, and research. Alternative
Therapies in Health and Medicine, 9(2), 62-72. Retrieved from
https://search-proquest-
com.contentproxy.phoenix.edu/docview/204828195?accountid=
458
According to Miles and True (2003), “Although systematic
study of efficacy is scant thus far, Reiki is increasingly used as
an adjunct to conventional medical care, both in and out of

16. hospital settings.” (Introduction). This article discusses the
theory of Reiki, historical review, the practice of Reiki and the
growing popularity of this bio field energy therapy. The authors
do a good job of outlining the use of Reiki in a clinical setting
and examine important consideration in establishing Reiki
programs within health care industry. The authors performed a
significant amount of research literature reviews and evaluated
the direction for future Reiki research. Although the authors
reviewed over 70 related articles, they reported that the
literature currently consists of a limited number of reported
cases, descriptive studies, or randomized controlled studies.
According to Miles and True (2003), “Although it comes mostly
from descriptive studies or randomized controlled trials with
design limitations, evidence of the beneficial effects of Reiki
makes a compelling case for the need for further research.”
(Directions of Future Research). This article’s research
consisted solely of literature reviews.
CONT’D
Nield-Anderson, L., & Ameling, A. (2000). The empowering
nature of Reiki as a complementary therapy. Holistic Nursing
Practice, 14(3), 21-29.
This article is different than the others in that is discusses
the difficulty in conducting research on the efficacy of Reiki,
while outlining the increased success of Reiki as a
complementary and alternative healing method to Western
medical treatment. This article is similar to the others in its
understanding of what Reiki is, the theory behind it, history,
and biofield energy alternative treatment that compliments
traditional medical care. Out of all the other articles, this article
articulates the use of Reiki in a comprehensive medical setting
and discusses in depth professional standards, which the other
have little or not

17. CONT’D
REFERENCES
Burden, B., Herron-Marx, S., & Clifford, C. (2005). The
increasing use of reiki as a complementary therapy in
specialist palliative care. International Journal of Palliative
Nursing, 11(5), 248-253
Hart, J. (2012). Healing Touch, Therapeutic Touch, and Reiki:
Energy Medicine Advances in the Medical
Community. Alternative & Complementary Therapies, 18(6),
309-313. doi:10.1089/act.2012.18609
Miles, P., & True, G. (2003). Reiki--review of a biofield
therapy history, theory, practice, and research. Alternative
Therapies in Health and Medicine, 9(2), 62-72. Retrieved from
https://search-proquest-
com.contentproxy.phoenix.edu/docview/204828195?accoun
tid=458
Nield-Anderson, L., & Ameling, A. (2000). The empowering
nature of Reiki as a complementary therapy. Holistic Nursing
Practice, 14(3), 21-29.
The International Center for Reiki
Training. (2017). Reiki. Retrieved from http://www.reiki.org/
Burden, B., Herron-Marx, S., & Clifford, C. (2005). The
increasing use of reiki as a complementary therapy in
specialist palliative care. International Journal of Palliative
Nursing, 11(5), 248-253.
Hammerschlag, R., Marx, B. L., & Aickin, M. (2014). Nontouch
Biofield Therapy: A Systematic Review of Human
Randomized Controlled Trials Reporting Use of Only
Nonphysical Contact Treatment. Journal of Alternative &
Complementary Medicine, 20(12), 881-892.
doi:10.1089/acm.2014.0017

18. Written Assignment
Grading Form
Poster Presentation Power Point
Also See Specific Instructions in the Assignment
Appropriate use of APA formatting and style, scholarly
presentation, and synthesis of personal voice into the literature
– in other words, learners are expected to create an informed
statement, not a personal opinion, regarding the subject.
It is highly recommended that students review the grading
rubric and use it as a tool for completing this assignment.
Content (70%)
Points Earned: 7 /7
· All key elements of the assignment are covered in a
substantive way. Major points are stated clearly; are supported
by specific details, examples, or analysis.
· Included a Title slide
· Included an Abstract slide
· Summarized the general research question and findings
· Included a slide that reviewed the
research relevant to the proposal
· Information reflected the discussion of the literature review
for the research proposal
· Included a Purpose slide
· Stated the purpose of the research
· Included a Methods slide
· Provided the methodology proposed for the research

19. · Included an Expected Conclusions
slide
· Stated how the proposed methodology supported the
hypothesis
· Included a correctly APA formatted
Reference slide
· 8 -10 Slides
· The PPT represents the research proposal paper and uses the
vocabulary of the theory correctly.
Comments:
Organization (15%)
Points Earned: 1.5 /1.5
· The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.
· The abstract provides a sufficient background on the topic and
previews major points.
· Slide transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow
throughout the paper.
· The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper,
and reviews the major points.
Comments:
Mechanics (15%)
Points Earned: 1/1.5
· The paper—including tables and graphs, headings, title page,
and reference page— is consistent with APA formatting
guidelines and meets course-level requirements.
· Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a
reference page.
· Rules of spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation are
followed.
· Sentences are complete, clear, concise, and varied.
Comments:
Reference page incorrectly formatted

20. Total Point Earned: 9.5 /10
Comments:
09/24/2012 2 Academic Operations
v1.0 & Training
Online students must complete an 8- to 10-slide
Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation. Both modalities must
include the following:
· Abstract, including the research question
· Prior research: literature review
· Purpose
· Methods
· Expected conclusions
· References