by mchadmin | Jul 10, 2025 | Anxiety & Anxiety Disorders, Hypnosis Research
Hypnosis in the treatment of anxiety and stress-related disorders Summary: This review synthesizes experimental literature on self-hypnosis for anxiety-related conditions, including panic disorders and stress-related issues like tension headaches. It highlights...
by mchadmin | Jul 10, 2025 | Anxiety & Anxiety Disorders, Hypnosis Research
The efficacy of hypnosis as a treatment for anxiety: a meta-analysis. Summary: This meta-analysis evaluates 15 studies with 17 trials comparing hypnosis to control conditions for anxiety reduction. It found a significant effect size (0.79 at end of treatment, 0.99 at...
by Bruce Alexander | Jul 21, 2011 | Anxiety & Anxiety Disorders, Hypnosis Research
Anxiety Reduction in Preoperative Adults This study investigates the potential effectiveness of hypnotherapy in the reduction of preoperative anxiety. Seventy eight participants were randomly assigned into one of three treatment groups. The first group received...
by Bruce Alexander | Jun 21, 2011 | Anxiety & Anxiety Disorders, Hypnosis Research
Hypnotherapy & Panic Attacks Rational self-directed hypnotherapy treatment was used for a single-subject who suffered from panic attacks. Experienced symptoms ranged from acute fear and upset stomach, to loss of weight, appetite, and fear of going to work. Guided...
by Bruce Alexander | Jun 15, 2011 | Anxiety & Anxiety Disorders, Hypnosis Research
Patients can often become stressed or anxious prior to skin surgery. This stress can create procedural issues such as postponement or cancellation or surgery. Other issues include fainting, abnormal changes in blood flow and severe emotional disturbance. This paper...
