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Myth: Hypnosis is Phony This is perhaps the most damaging myth about hypnosis to both the serious and scientific study of hypnosis because it keeps some people who would otherwise benefit from the use of hypnosis from considering it as a viable therapeutic and self-therapeutic modality. The belief that hypnosis is a viable therapeutic modality is indicated in that many hospitals use this technique for a variety of reasons and some insurance companies now reimburse for this type of therapy. Additionally, a number of organizations have conducted professional research studies and have found that hypnotherapy works! Research results will soon be available on this website. Myth: Hypnosis is Sleep The hypnotic state differs both psychologically and physiologically, from the normal sleep state. Hypnotherapists traditionally use the term “sleep” or “deep asleep” when inducing and deepening in the hypnotic state in their subjects, in order to take advantage of the emotional connotations engendered by that term. Myth: Hypnosis is a State of Unconsciousness Except in the deepest levels, the hypnotized person is always aware of whatever is happening around them. The hypnotized subject usually finds that they are more aware of things in the hypnotic state than usual. Most senses are heightened rather than diminished. Myth: Only Weak-minded People are Hypnotizable Research indicates that while almost everyone is capable of being hypnotized, those subjects with above average intelligence are the more readily hypnotizable. Myth: Hypnosis Means Beings Controlled by or Being Dependent on Someone Else Hypnotized subjects are not dominated by the will of the hypnotist, are in full control of themselves, fully aware of their environment and completely capable at all times of making decisions. Myth: Not Being Able to be “Dehypnotized” A person does not “get stuck” in a hypnotic state. If for some reason, the subject chooses not to come out of hypnosis when instructed to do so, they will, in every case, do one of two things: 1) come out on their own in a very short time, or 2) fall into a natural sleep until they awaken naturally.
Source: Kaloski, Ph.D., Bruce E.: Clinical Hypnotherapy 2001. |
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