Some people are able to quit smoking with the help of hypnosis, even though research has not proven that it helps. If you find that hypnosis can help reduce the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal, you may be a successful quitter. But if you don’t, keep trying other conventional therapies, such as managing your triggers, counseling, and medications, until you are successful!
Hypnosis allows you to achieve a mental state of deep, focused relaxation in which you are open to suggestions that could help you change your attitude toward cigarettes. Your doctor may be able to refer you to a qualified hypnotherapist who specializes in smoking cession. Or you may refer to the American Society of Clinical Hypnotists for information on finding a hypnotist.
Applications of Hypnotherapy
Hypnopis and hypnotherapy are closely connected, but often confused. Hypnosis refers to inducing a trance, or passive state of mind in a patient. Hypnotherapy, when administered by a mental health professional certified in hypnotherapy, uses hypnosis to achieve a desired result when a patient is more open and responsive to suggestions. Hypnotherapy is used to treat a wide range of conditions, including phobias, bedwetting, stress, weight loss, eating disorders, insomnia, fibromyalgia symptoms, smoking cessation and more.
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Hypnotism can reduce food-related stress and anxiety.
In this video, hypnotist Paul McKenna leads Dr. Oz's audience in an exercise to "trick" the mind into reducing stress.
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RealAge answeredHypnosis -- or hypnotherapy -- is an intentionally induced trance-like mental state thought to make a person more receptive to suggestion and helpful guidance. It has been used to help people lose weight, quit smoking, and enhance athletic performance. Some claim hypnosis also curbs and enhances the ability to cope with chronic pain. However, some people are less susceptible to hypnosis than others, so the technique isn't for everyone. If you want to try it, seek the services of a trained and licensed hypnotherapist.