Hypnosis Works - Here Is The Evidence
The Science Behind Clinical Hypnotherapy: Evidence-Based Healing
Clinical hypnotherapy is more than a relaxation technique; it's a scientifically-backed approach that leverages the power of your subconscious mind to initiate transformative change and healing. Grounded in principles of neuroscience and psychology, hypnotherapy taps into the deeper layers of your mind to reveal underlying issues, alter negative patterns, and promote positive actions.
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Numerous research studies validate the effectiveness of hypnotherapy for various conditions such as anxiety, stress, phobias, and even chronic pain. By inducing a relaxed and receptive state of mind, hypnotherapy can create new neural pathways in the brain that encourage healthier behaviours and emotional responses. It's a blend of science and therapy that provides a natural, safe, and effective way to enhance your overall well-being.
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NEUROSCIENCE ON HYPNOSIS FOR MULTIPLE CONDITIONS
New directions in hypnosis research: strategies for advancing the cognitive and clinical neuroscience of hypnosis. Neurosci Conscious. 2017(1): nix004. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5635845/
PTSD
A Meta-Analysis for the Efficacy of Hypnotherapy in Alleviating PTSD Symptoms. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis Volume 64, 2016 - Issue 1 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00207144.2015.1099406https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00207144.2015.1099406
STRESS & ANXIETY
Hypnosis in the treatment of anxiety- and stress-related disorders Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics Volume 10, 2010 - Issue 2 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1586/ern.09.140
IBS
The Efficacy of Hypnotherapy in the Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Neurogastroenterol Motil. 2014 Apr; 20(2): 152–162 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4015203/
CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT
Hypnotic Approaches for Chronic Pain Management Clinical Implications of Recent Research Findings Am Psychol. 2014 Feb-Mar; 69(2): 167–177. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4465776/
ACUTE PAIN
The effect of hypnotherapy on procedural pain and state anxiety related to physiotherapy in women hospitalized in a burn unit. British Society of Experimental and Clinical Hypnosis Volume21, Issue1 March 2004 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ch.285
SURGICAL RECOVERY
The Effectiveness of Adjunctive Hypnosis with Surgical Patients: A Meta-Analysis. Anesthesia & Analgesia: June 2002 - Volume 94 - Issue 6 - p 1639-1645 https://journals.lww.com/anesthesia-analgesia/Fulltext/2002/06000/The_Effectiveness_of_Adjunctive_Hypnosis_with.52.aspx
MEDICAL HYPNOSIS
The Efficacy, Safety and Applications of Medical Hypnosis A Systematic Review of Meta-analyses Dtsch Arztebl Int. 2016 Apr; 113(17): 289–296 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4873672/
DEPRESSION, GRIEF AND TRAUMA
Efficacy of clinical hypnosis in the enhancement of quality of life of terminally ill cancer patients British Society of Experimental and Clinical Hypnosis Volume18, Issue3 September 2001
SMOKING
Alternative Smoking Cessation Aids: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. The American Journal of Medicine Volume 125, Issue 6, June 2012, Pages 576-584
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002934312000034
HYPNOTHERAPY ON CHILDREN
Hypnotherapy in Child Psychiatry: The State of the Art. Clinical Child Psychology and psychiatry Vol 13, Issue 3, 2008 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1359104508090601
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Clinical Hypnosis with Children and Adolescents—What? Why? How?: Origins, Applications, and Efficacy Children (Basel). 2014 Sep; 1(2): 74–98 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4928724/
ADOLESCENTS WITH BEHAVIOURAL AND PHYSICAL COMPLAINTS.
Clinical Hypnosis, an Effective Mind–Body Modality for Adolescents with Behavioural and Physical Complaints Children (Basel). 2017 Apr; 4(4): 19 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5406678/
BED WETTING
Hypnotherapy as a treatment for enuresis. J Child Psychol Psychiatry. 1985 Jan;26(1):161-170. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3972929
INSOMNIA & SLEEP DISORDERS
Hypnosis Intervention Effects on Sleep Outcomes: A Systematic Review J Clin Sleep Med. 2018 Feb 15; 14(2): 271–283 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5786848/
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​Hypnosis for treatment of insomnia in school-age children: a retrospective chart review BMC Pediatr. 2006; 6: 23. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1559690/
WEIGHT LOSS
Hypnotherapy in weight loss treatment. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 54(4), 489-492. https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1986-30794-001
PERFORMANCE
The Impact of Hypnotic Suggestions on Reaction Times in Continuous Performance Test in Adults with ADHD and Healthy Controls. PLoS One. 2015; 10(5): e0126497 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4427493/
ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE
Use of mental techniques for competition and recovery in professional athletes Wien Klin Wochenschr. 2016; 128: 315–319. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4875065/
ANOREXIA NERVOSA
Hypnosis in the Therapy of Anorexia Nervosa, American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis 26:3, 175-181, DOI: 10.1080/00029157.1984.10404160
BULIMIA NERVOSA
The Use of Hypnosis in the Treatment of Bulimia Nervosa. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 38:2, 101-111. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00207149008414505
DEALING WITH EXAM STRESS
Hypnosis as a modulator of cellular immune dysregulation during acute stress. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 69(4), 674-682. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0022-006X.69.4.674
MEMORY RECALL
The influence of hypnosis on memory after one day and one week. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 97(1), 48-53. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0021-843X.97.1.48
SEXUAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Brief Hypnotherapy of Two Sexual Dysfunctions: The Crystal Ball Technique, American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis,20:3, 203-208, DOI: 10.1080/00029157.1978.10403931