Author: MJT
Using Hypnosis to Stop Smoking
Hypnosis Behavior Modification
Hypnosis behavior modification is not an unfounded idea, it
is thought that hypnosis is a state of mind in which it is more acceptable to
suggestion, ultra-alert, and relaxed.
All of these factors would seem to fit for an effective behavior
modification therapy, such as hypnosis to stop smoking. There is no evidence from the scientific
community to prove that hypnosis to stop smoking is any more than a placebo
effect.
Many people claim that the therapy has worked for them, and
that they have quit smoking. In 2004
there was a program on weight loss on a popular news program, one of the
subjects of their weight loss experiment used hypnosis to loose weight, he was
so successful that his wife decided to try using hypnosis to quit smoking, and
it worked for her even after a year.
It is important for people who are interested in using
hypnotism to quitting smoking to keep in mind that there is on instant or quick
fix to quit smoking. All efforts to quit
smoking must be based in a strong desire and motivation to quit; also their
will power will be tested regardless of which method to quit they choose to
use.
The Therapy Session
Hypnotism to quit smoking is supposed to help people quit by
using the power of suggestion while the person is under hypnosis; for example a
hypnotist may tell a person to associate smoking cigarettes with an extremely
bad smell and the thoughts of smoking with a positive anti smoking message,
with a reinforcement queue such as a common color to help reinforce the
behavior modification through out the day.
The Risks
There is no conclusive evidence that hypnotism to quit
smoking has any real benefits or that it has any real harmful effects, however
because of this it is recommended that a person seek a doctor’s opinion before
starting any program in which they are not sure of the safety. Also in choosing a group or individual to
perform the hypnosis it is a good idea to thoroughly research the therapist’s
credentials and the testimonials, to be sure quality services are being
administered.
Hypnosis to quit smoking may not be an instant easy fix to a
problem that has been battled and struggled with for years, but, the therapy
can help along with a support system and a strong desire to succeed. Hypnosis to quit smoking is thought to help
reduce cravings, increase will power, and reduce withdrawal effects according
to its advocates.
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