Use Both Hetero-Hypnosis and Self-Hypnosis for Best Results

Like with many other great things, hypnotherapy can be categorized into 2 different subcategories. They are hetero-hypnosis and self-hypnosis. The key to understanding the difference between the two can be the key to a successful session and subsequently, successful results. Hetero-hypnosis is defined as hypnosis induced by another person. Often times, hetero-hypnosis is induced by …

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Hypnosis for Anxiety Improves Quality of Life in Dementia Hypnosis therapy can significantly increase the quality of life for dementia patients by slowing the decline of their cognitive, physical and social abilities, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Liverpool and the Abacus Clinic in Newark, N.J. Researchers split a number …

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Hypnosis Reduces Anxiety in Children Undergoing Invasive Medical Procedures Voiding cystourethrography (VCUG) is an invasive medical procedure involving a catheter used to examine the bladder and urethra. This procedure is often used on children and can have a negative impact on the child including distress and pain. In 2005, an article appeared in the journal …

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Study Shows Hypnosis May Benefit Those With Ulcerative Colitis

Study Shows Hypnosis May Benefit Those With Ulcerative Colitis Hypnosis therapy can reduce the inflammation that leads to the symptoms of ulcerative colitis, according to a study conducted by researchers from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, and published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology. Approximately 1 in 600 people in the …

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Using Hypnosis to Treat Nausea in Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy

The Journal of Oncology discussed a study on chemotherapy patients who experienced nausea and vomiting and the effects of hypnotherapy as an adjunctive treatment. The results were positive and showed that Hypnotherapy had a positive effect on patients suffering from anticipatory nausea, which comes prior to chemotherapy treatment. Having cancer is never an easy thing. …

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Hypnotherapy Treats Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder involving the intestines. Symptoms can be mild to severe and include abdominal cramping, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and gas. Many people who have IBS are often embarrassed by their symptoms and are uncomfortable talking about it with a doctor. Fortunately there are alternative methods, such as hypnosis, that can …

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