Thanks to Hollywood and popular literature, the perception of hypnosis fluctuates between superstition and therapy. It’s been around since the late 18th century but it’s only recently that the science (or art?) has picked up steam and is utilized as an effective treatment for several disorders.
According to a study published in the journal “Neuroscience and Bio-behavioral Reviews”, hypnosis has been described as the regulation of one’s conscious awareness and a process in which mental representation override perception, behavior, and psychology.
In this blog, we’ll attempt to answer the question: does hypnosis really work?
What is Hypnotherapy?
In a nutshell, hypnotherapy is a relaxed mental state in which the hypnotist bypasses the critical mind. At such a point, the hypnotized person is willing to learn and becomes highly susceptible to suggestions. In a highly relaxed state, automatic thoughts are replaced with new suggestions and the unconscious thought process is altered to help a person achieve certain goals.
Contrary to popular belief, hypnosis is not used to make people believe that they’re chickens. In fact, most hypnotherapists repeat messages such as “you’re completely safe” and “There’s no one to harm you” to reassure the clients, prevent them from having panicked reactions, and enable them to successfully overcome their phobias.
The subconscious mind already has a set number of beliefs regarding weight loss. You may think that it’s impossible to exercise, give up on your favorite dishes, or lose weight. These thoughts are shaped by experiences, expectations, and memories and are unconscious i.e. we aren’t aware of them.
In short, the subconscious sets up people for failure and that’s how bad habits such as overeating and smoking persists—they’re ultimately rooted in our unconscious thought.
How Hypnotherapy Helps
Hypnotherapists seek to update and alter negative assumptions which explain why the treatment has proven successful in combating conditions such as substance abuse, weight loss, and chronic pain. When the mind is trained in a certain way, it becomes much easier to eliminate thoughts that contribute to self-sabotage. Studies have even shown how hypnotherapy proves effective in relieving the following conditions:
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Migraines
- Sleep disorders that seem to affect children from the age of 7 to 12, as stated by a study published in the Annals Academy of Medicine.
The effectiveness of such treatments also depends on the experience and knowledge of the hypnotherapist. Rekha Shrivastava is a certified hypnotist at Blossom Hypnosis. She uses hypnosis to improve memory and help clients overcome their phobias. Book a free consultation today!
Rekha also offers Skype sessions to clients not residing in Rochester, NY.
Sources:
https://www.elitedaily.com/life/culture/whats-really-happening-inside-brain-youre-hypnotized/2043096
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