Weight Loss through Hypnosis

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 t...

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Published in:The American journal of clinical hypnosis 1975-10, Vol.18 (2), p.94-97
Main Author: Stanton, H. E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Autosuggestion
Ego
Feeding Behavior
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Goals
Humans
Hypnosis
Male
Obesity - therapy
Tape Recording
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Summary: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.
ISSN:0002-9157
2160-0562
DOI:10.1080/00029157.1975.10403782