Monday, May 4, 2009

Hypnotherapy and the Benefits of Hypnotism

By Mark Allen

Hypnotism and hypnotherapy have been recognized for centuries for benefits they can bring. In just the past one hundred years, there have been numerous clinical studies and tests, and the methods have been increasingly refined. Today millions of people can claim it's benefits.

For as long as people have existed, they have looked for different means to alleviate suffering and improve themselves. The fields of psychology, medicine, and psychology developed in order to try to understand and improve the human condition.

Along the way, there have been many efforts at "alternative" healing and self-improvement. Hypnosis and hypnotherapy fall into this category.

People have many different reasons for trying hypnotherapy or hypnosis. These include relief from both emotional and physical problems, as well as wanting to reach one's potential and improve one's self.

Hypnotism can address physical problems like over-eating and weight loss, as well as emotional issues such as anger and low self-confidence or self-esteem.

Hypnosis can also be very effective in overcoming various negative habits and addictions like cigarette smoking, drug and alcohol abuse, and gambling.

Hypnosis has even been used to treat the symptoms of severe medical problems like cancer and diabetes. Surgical patients have been able to undergo pain-free surgery with minimal anesthesia, and recovery times are reduced.

Hypnotism and hypnotherapy certainly aren't a "cure-all", or even always the best alternative. However it is becoming increasingly clear that there are real, tangible, and lasting benefits to this type of therapy and self-help. - 14130

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