Hypnosis : Reality and Misconceptions

We’re big on hypnosis education.  As science-minded people, we sometimes become frustrated with all of the false information about hypnosis that floats about on the web and in the popular media.  That’s why we love it when we see articles like this one:

Putting hypnosis in contemporary perspective, by Lainey Ebright

Ms. Ebright speaks opening, honestly and with an obviously informed knowledge of the subject, and her opening statement agrees with our assessment.

Despite its awesome potential, there are few sciences less understood or more haunted by misconceptions.

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Unfortunately, many superstitions and myths that developed throughout the centuries still exist in peoples’ minds. If you ask the average person what they think hypnosis is, they might respond with any number of answers, including: sleep, unconsciousness, mind control, or even magic. All of these ideas are incorrect yet continue to persist, perpetuated by various forms of media entertainment.

We’re glad that we’re not the only ones who see and are responding to the problem.  She goes on to tell us, however, that there might be a light at the end of the tunnel.

Since the American Medical Association approved its use in 1958, research into its value and potential have intensified.

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[T]here are many areas where hypnosis has proven to be extremely valuable. Pain and stress control, along with memory enhancement, improving study habits and overcoming fears. Eliminating smoking, unhealthy eating habits and nail biting are some examples.

With quality resources and public education, we’re excited to see the science of hypnosis progress.

Click on over the read the entire article.  It’s a good read.

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