Weight Loss through Hypnosis
- 1 July 1975
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
- Vol. 18 (1) , 34-38
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00029157.1975.10403768
Abstract
A method of effecting weight loss through the use of hypnosis is described embracing: (a) direct suggestions relating to amount and type of food eaten, (b) ego-enhancing suggestions to help patients live their lives more pleasantly, (c) mental imagery to establish a desired goal, (d) auto-hypnosis to reinforce the therapists suggestions, and (e) use of audio-tape to provide additional support after the completion of formal treatment. Although the approach has proven successful with many patients, two year follow up data was available for 10 only, and it is upon these that the article concentrates. Emphasis is placed upon the importance of the therapist-patient relationship and, in particular, the fostering of positive expectation that the treatment will be successful.Keywords
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