...“What is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy. Main Essay Introduction; In this essay I intend to provide a brief history and background to hypnosis, cover both the psychological and physical aspect of hypnosis and conclude with the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy. Hypnosis has frequently been linked with the strange and mysterious, it could also be argued that it has been discredited by entertainers. The truth is that hypnosis isn’t the least bit mysterious or supernatural. In fact, we all have been in an hypnotic state probably thousands of times. We don’t notice it because it seems like such a natural state of mind and the hypnotic state is natural for all humans and many animals. The history of hypnosis is full of contradictions. On the one hand, the history of hypnosis is a bit like the history of breathing. Like breathing, hypnosis is an inherent and universal trait, shared and experienced by all human beings since the dawn of time. On the other hand, it’s only in the last few decades that we’ve come to realise that hypnosis itself hasn’t changed for thousands of years, but our understanding of it and our ability to control it has changed quite profoundly. The history of hypnosis then is really the history of this change in perception. Many people have concerns that hypnosis could make them do something that they would not normally do, something embarrassing, shocking or even...
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...2,147 words Hypnosis as it is practised refers to an interaction between two people, one of whom is identified as the hypnotist, the other as the subject/client, (P2 Hypnotherapy handbook, by Heap and Dryden). Hypnosis is a process in which psychological, mental emotions, reactions and behaviour are changed to improve health and positive wellbeing. During this essay I will talk about the history and what the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis are. Further to that I will be discussing the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy, why some of us are more susceptible and how hypnosis has been used in medicine, as well as the comparisons to hypnosis today. We have all been in a hypnotic state however most do not notice it because, at the time, it seemed a natural state of mind. However, the hypnotic state is natural for all humans and many animals. Neurologists believe that the left side of the brain is where the logical control centre of the brain exists (conscious mind), and the right side of the brain controls creativity (subconscious mind)(.website ,Hynosis.me.uk, hypnosis how does it work, clinical hypnosis and memory: guidelines for clinicians and forensic hypnosis by D. Corydon Hammond) This supports the idea that under hypnosis the conscious mind takes a back seat and the sub conscious mind takes over, e.g. when you are driving yourself along a familiar road past your exit, or you suddenly became aware of yourself behind the wheel and wondered where you were going...
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...Hypnosis Therapy to Promote Positive Weight Loss Hypnosis for Weight Loss: Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study is to observe the effects of the use of hypnotherapy (or hypnosis) for advancement of a weight-loss program. Hypnotherapy has been seen to be a valuable tool so far in the modifications of problem behaviors, such as overeating for a person who is overweight or obese. The hypothesis of the research proposal is that those who receive hypnotherapy in conjunction with a supervised diet and exercise program will lose more weight that those who only participate in the diet and exercise program. METHOD: The 20 participants will be chosen from a target population. In order to be a participant in the research proposal the individual must be between the ages of 21 and 45, of either gender, have a primary diagnosis of obesity (with or without co-morbidities), have tried at least one weight-loss program prior, and be either referred to the bariatric program by a physician, or be a current patient of the bariatric program. The participants will be broken into two groups of 10 participants. Group 1 consists of 10 participants who will participate in hypnotherapy in combination with a diet and exercise program established by a dietary team. Group 2 contains 10 participants who will participate in only a diet and exercise program established by a dietary team. This research proposal is an example...
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...(fibro) such as tendons and ligaments. It is usually accompanied by other symptoms in addition to the pains and is sometimes called fibromyalgia syndrome. It is a chronic persistant condition. “ The cause of fibromyalgia is not known....research has shown that people with fybromyalgaia have certain subtle changes in some chemicals in the brain and nervous system.....there seems to be a minor change in the level of neurotransmitters, the chemicals responsible for transmitting messages between nerves and brain cells. Research studies have shown that there is also an increased amount of a chemical substance called substance P in the cerebrospinal fluid and that this may be involved in the way pain messages are transmitted.” ( www.patient.co.uk/health/fybromyalgia) As the cause of fibromyalgia is thought to be from the processes in the brain and spinal cord there is little evidence that the disease is due to a problem with the peripheral muscles, tendons and ligaments although the pain is often felt there. Fybromyalgia affects one in fifty people, it usually develops between the ages of twenty five to fifty five and is more common in women. Common symptoms of fibromyalgia are pain, particularly in the neck and back, sensitivity to touch, joint sorenesss, tiredness, and problems sleeping. “ People diagnosed with fibromyalgia often experience chronic pain that can be very debilitating to their lives and careers. As many as 30% of people with fibromyalgia report having trouble simply doing...
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...The NOS Hypnotherapy Code of conduct states that a therapist’s main duty is to ‘protect the health and wellbeing of all those who use your service’. It is therefore the responsibility of a practitioner to ensure that the safety and the wellbeing of the client is paramount. To achieve this, a practitioner needs to be aware of any NOS requirements in relation to their area of practice. The NOS standards for NOS for Healing and NOS for Hypnotherapy gives a strategic plan that describes the minimum skills, knowledge and understanding and performance criteria that must be met before someone can be deemed competent. For the clients safety the practitioner must be confident in his /her ability to proceed with complex techniques and deal with any difficulties that may arise. The need for a ‘positive therapeutic relationship’ which...
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...Capus Barnett Professional Seminar Professional Development Plan The three areas of interest I would like to pursue after graduation would be art therapy, poetry therapy, and hypnotherapy. The reason why I chose these distinct types of therapy is because I think they would be very interesting to learn and would be slightly different from the norm. I recall when I was in class one day and a classmate told me about her interest in equestrian therapy. Of course, at the time, I had no idea whatsoever what “equestrian therapy” was, so I decided to research it. I discovered that equestrian therapy is treatment that inquires activities with horses to promote physical and mental health. From that point, it dawned on me that it is more than one way of doing therapy besides just talking about problems and feelings, so I should explore more options. The reason I chose to research art therapy after graduation is because I dated an art major student when I was in...
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...Running Head: Running head: Is Hypnosis a useful tool? Is Hypnosis a useful tool to cure mental disorders? Mara De Ascanis Abstract Many types of mental and physical problems are the result of mental distortions, hypnosis, by replacing mental distortions with useful and healthy associations, is able to re- establish health in both mind and body. Hypnosis is so successful that it should be a tool used by most doctors and mental health practitioners. Doctors can do more with it and would need to prescribe less pills and see more results with their patients. Science has proved that hypnosis is in fact an effective tool, now is the moment to incorporate it in every health practices. Hypnosis’ success, with stopping addiction and curing depression, anxiety, fears and more, makes the health practitioner ethically responsible to implement it in its practices. Keywords: hypnotherapy, psychosomatic disorder, Mesmer, Erickson, depression Introduction Hypnosis is defined as “A trancelike state resembling sleep, usually induced by a therapist by focusing a subject's attention, that heightens the subject's receptivity to suggestion. The uses of hypnosis in medicine and psychology include recovering repressed memories, modifying or eliminating undesirable behavior (such as smoking), and treating certain chronic disorders, such as anxiety”...
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...* “Discuss the relationship between stress, anxiety, habits and describe how you would treat these issues with hypnotherapy”. Introduction Common requests for hypnotherapy treatment are those related to stress, anxiety, habits and phobias. An understanding of the relationship between these disorders, examining the similarities and the differences between each, provides the therapist with information useful in deciding how and if to treat these disorders. It could also be argued that the uniqueness of each client and each set of symptoms demands the therapist to review each case on a one to one basis and not to blur the boundaries between each of these types of disorders, which may in turn result in a less effective form of treatment being provided. Each of these disorders is discussed below, along with mention of any similarities and differences, as well as the considerations that need to be made in the treatment of these disorders. Understanding Stress The term stress was first employed in a biological context by the endocrinologist Hans Selye in the 1930s. In his usage stress refers to a condition and stressor to the stimulus causing it. Selye researched the effects of stress on rats and other animals by exposing them to unpleasant or harmful stimuli. He found that all animals display a similar sequence of reactions, manifesting in three distinct stages, Alarm, Resistance and Exhaustion. He labeled this universal response to stressors the general adaptation syndrome...
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...achieve their health goals while others take a more unhealthy, and sometimes, dangerous path. Eating disorders have many health issues, along with noticeable symptoms, and proposed theories. There are a number of different forms of eating disorders. Anorexia Nervosa, commonly referred to as anorexia, is an eating disorder characterized by reduced appetite or total aversion of food. The first type of anorexia, called restricting type, is found in those who severely limit their caloric intake and exercise to excess to cause weight loss. The second type of the disorder is called binge eating and/or purging. These anorexics eat in binges and then purge the body of the ingested food either by self induced vomiting, the ingestion of large quantities of laxatives or the overuse of diuretics and enemas to rid the body of food. Bulimia nervosa is characterized by recurrent and frequent episodes of eating unusually large amounts of food (e.g., binge-eating), and feeling a lack of control over the eating. Binge Eating is characterized by insatiable cravings that can occur any time of the day or night, usually secretive, and filled with shame. There are also eating disorders not otherwise specified. It is the category for people who do not meet the strict criteria for either Anorexia or Bulimia Nervosa, but who have significant concerns about eating and body image (ANAD, 2014). Eating disorders affect a wide range of individuals. This severe mental illness does not...
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...LO1 Understand Complimentary therapies that can be used by users of health and social care. P1 Complimentary therapy means a different or alternative way of treating or preventing illness without the intake of drugs which involves healing practices. Classification of complimentary therapies. Physical therapy: This is a type of therapy which involve es exercises and other physical activities done on the body to improve health. This physical therapy includes; Acupuncture: this a physical therapy that involves the use of fine pins inserted in the skin at specific points along the meridians. This therapy adjusts the body energy flow into healthier patterns. But if the acupuncturist is not a qualified one then aim of the acupuncture might not be obtained. There are twelve primary acupuncture meridians that flow throughout the body, these acupuncture flow one into another; coupled together like two end of a hose. These paths ensure an even flow throughout the area of the body. Acupuncture points are locations along the meridians where the energy in that meridian merges and can be accused and affected. The effect of a point is done through stimulation with needles inserted into the defined location. Stimulation of the point is done through by the application of mechanical actions; heat or slight electrical micro-current can be applied on the needle. Before acupuncture is done the acupuncturist examines the patient first and asses the condition of the body. It is also recommended...
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...tailored for a particular client. During this essay I hope to deliver the importance of the initial consultation between therapist and client including the ethical factors. I would like to discuss the process, what happens at the initial consultation, and how the therapist will gather the required information. I also aim to explore the benefits and use a debate for the more complex ethical issues that therapists face. As well as discovering the reason why the prospective client has thought about hypnotherapy, the therapist is also judging their skills for the appropriate job at hand, and that the client’s goals are obtainable. The initial consultation can be a very powerful tool for both the client and the therapist. First impressions will be formed during the initial conversation which can be in person or over the phone. The client can talk about themselves, but can also learn about the hypnotherapist, thereby, leading both parties to decide whether counselling and hypnotherapy is the right course of action. By the time a new client has decided to approach a hypnotherapist for therapy, it normally means that they have tried other options before they approached you. This may reflect in the initial...
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...Stress In every day modern life, the demands of work, social life, hobbies, family and friends often leaves us feeling that we cannot fore fill our commitments and nearly everyone has a situation in their lives where they are left feeling stressed. However not all stress is harmful, as stress is our body’s natural reaction to fear or change. Some levels of stress are normal. For example in the work place stress may help achieve a higher level of work when required, how many times have we been required to provide a piece of work that needs to be done in a short amount of time? The adrenaline starts pumping round your body, and you concentrate on the task in hand and when the task has been completed you feel a sense of achievement that you have completed that task. However if you are constantly put in stressful situations , where you are constantly stressed and working long hours this is where stress can be harmful. Stress can also be a learnt behaviour, often if a parent is stressed the child will pick up on the stressed behaviours of that parent often resulting in the child not being able to cope in stressful situations very well . It has been reported that 10% of the population report suffering from either chronic or constant stress. In 1999 the Roper Starch Survey, which studied 30,000 people from 30 different countries, there ages ranged between13 to 65 produced the following findings: “Women who work full-time and have children under 13 report the greatest stress worldwide ...
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...“Why is the initial consultation so important? What factors will an ethical therapist cover at this time?” Year One – Module Three (Word Count – 2226) This essay endeavours to document the importance of the initial consultation within a successful therapeutic treatment plan. It will comprehensively describe ethicality, before applying this fundamental component of treatment to a beneficial, healing and professional environment. It will present, describe and discuss a multitude of, sometimes complex, ethical issues that may face a therapist upon meeting a client for the first time. Lastly, it will conclude with a summary of such matters, and ways in which the therapist should aim to address and manage these ethical factors in an effective and professional manner. The initial consultation is paramount in the potential success of any proposed treatment for each individual client. It is the optimum time for a reputable therapist to assess a myriad of informative aspects and circumstances concerning their client. Foremost, upon the client and therapist meeting, face to face, for the first time, approximately 55% of all communication is projected in a non-verbal manner, via body language (Chrysalis Module Two notes), and this is an integral, and natural basis in the formation of first impressions; both of the client to the therapist, and the therapist to the client. Whilst, the remaining 45% of communication is through the words we choose, and the tone and volume in...
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...nodding off during the day may also be experienced during work or study. Such a problem may be the result of health conditions such as depression, which often causes sleeping disorders. Sleep has an essential role in health and well-being throughout one’s life. Receiving enough and high-quality sleep can help boost your physical, social, and mental well-being as well as the quality of life. During sleep, the body works to boost the brain’s functioning while at the same time maintaining one’s physical health. Among the young-aged such as teenagers and children, sleep supports healthy growth and development. Sleep deficiency can happen at any time and cause health problems over time. The health problems in such cases may include poor clarity of thought, lack of concentration at work, poor social and interpersonal interactions, slowed reaction and poor memory in learning among others (Mignot at al. 10073). Somnipathy or sleep disorders can be regarded as medical disorders that affect sleep patterns of both human beings and animals. At times, sleep disorder can be so severe to the extent that they can hinder normal mental, social, emotional, and physical functioning. The common tests of sleep disorders are actigraphy and polysomnography (ADAA, 1). The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has revealed that sleep is crucial in one’s well-being and overall health. However, millions of people get little of it, and as a result end up suffering from sleep disorders. The...
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..."A Personalised Induction Will Always Be More Effective" When a client goes to see a hypnotherapist for a session it is an essential key to find out clues about them, to see what are there likes and dislikes and how they process. A hypnotherapist will usually in the first session try to get to know the client by having a general chat so that they can use an induction in the PMR which will be suitable for the client and make the experience more enjoyable. Clients should know that hypnothercapy is not a therapy but a process where a therapy can be effectively delivered. Humans are unique and have very different value systems. Value systems represent what people believe in, their own moral code, a sense of right and wrong, good and bad, their priorities and also what they experience to be positive and negative. Prevailing social and cultural ideas influence people. In addition, a persons upbringing and individual life experiences will influence their value system. There are several techniques which hypnotherapists can employ which alter the language we use to suit the personality and individuality of the client. These are language (the words that we utter,) body language, tone and volume. However, body language is not one that hypnotherapists can use because the client will usually have their eyes shut. I personally agree with the essay statement, a personalised induction will always...
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