Does Hypnosis Work For...?

Does hypnosis work? Well, that depends on what you want to use it for. This article will help you cut through the marketing hype and find out what issues hypnosis really helps. The information in this article is based on a review of current mainstream scientific research. Does Weight Loss Hypnosis Work? Yes, it does help long-term, sustained weight loss. The study "Hypnotic Enhancement of Cognitive-Behavioral Weight Loss Treatments" investigated the question does weight loss hypnosis work? The study combined data from two other studies that addressed this question and came to the conclusion that yes, hypnosis does work for weight loss. Does Hypnosis Work for Smoking? Yes it does help long-term success in quitting smoking. There have been many scientific studies conducted to answer the question does hypnosis work for smoking? The evidence is positive that hypnosis does help people quit smoking. In 2007 Science Daily published a study that determined that hospital patients who were given hypnosis sessions for quitting smoking were more likely to quit smoking than people who used other methods. Dr. Faysal Hasan who conducted the study said "hypnotherapy appears to be quite effective and a good modality to incorporate into a smoking cessation program after hospital discharge." So, does hypnosis work for quitting smoking? This study suggests that, yes, it does. Does Hypnosis Work for Relaxation? Yes, it does help with increasing relaxation. Several scientific studies developed to answer the question does hypnosis work for relaxation? show that it does. The British Medical Journal's article "Does Hypnosis Work for Relaxation?" states that there is good evidence that hypnosis can help promote relaxation and reduce anxiety. So, according to these studies, yes, hypnosis does work for relaxation. Does Hypnosis Work for Depression? Maybe, but more research is needed. In a 1998 study published in the Archives of General Psychiatry to answer the question does hypnosis work for depression? and more generally what complementary therapies work for depression? researchers found no conclusive evidence that hypnosis helps with depression. Those researchers did note that there was limited evidence that relaxation therapies (which includes hypnosis) can help with depression, but more research is needed for conclusive results. Does Hypnosis Work for Anxiety? Yes, it significantly reduces anxiety and can reduce the need for anxiety-related medications. Several studies have addressed the question does hypnosis work for anxiety? and the answer is yes. A 1978 study "Self-hypnosis training in anxiety reduction" by Davidson, Farnbach and Richardson found that patients given self-hypnosis tapes were able to reduce their anxiety levels significantly. So, yes, this study concluded that self-hypnosis using a hypnosis tape is an effective method for anxiety reduction. Does Hypnosis Work for Cancer Patients? Yes, it helps with pain management and reducing chemotherapy side effects. There have been many studies designed to address the question does hypnosis work for cancer patients? Most of these studies have addressed pain management and reducing the adverse side effects of chemotherapy. The overwhelming evidence is yes, hypnosis does work for cancer patients in managing pain and chemotherapy side effects. Does Hypnosis Work for Pain Management? Yes, it can significantly reduce pain. Many studies have researched the question does hypnosis work for pain management? The answer is overwhelmingly yes. A review of 18 studies that addressed the question does hypnosis work for pain management? concluded that the clear answer is yes. The review was published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis in 2000 and concluded by recommending broader application of hypnosis for pain management. Does Hypnosis Work for Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Yes, hypnosis is highly effective for treating irritable bowel syndrome. The International Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, GUT, has reported that in patients under 50 hypnosis can have a 100% success rate in treating irritable bowel syndrome. Summary Self hypnosis has been proven to be very effective for many physical and psychological conditions. Before choosing a hypnosis practitioner or self hypnosis program, make sure that they have track records of success for the things you want to change in your life.