Insomnia And Hypnosis
Insomnia is a common condition that affects sleep in individuals and also causes fatigue and daytime impairment. Insomnia impacts all age groups and can occur at any point during the lifespan. It has been estimated that as much as 80% of Americans suffer from this condition at some point in their lives.
One of the most common treatments for insomnia, or sleep disorders, is hypnotherapy or hypnosis. Hypnotherapy through the use of hypnosis has been found to be effective in the treatment of insomnia and other sleep disorders. Hypnosis for insomnia is believed to work by altering the individual's perception about their sleep. High anxiety levels, stress, and muscle tension have all been shown to interfere with sleep and are often associated with insomnia. Hypnotherapy can help cure these issues which will in turn improve the quality of your sleep. Various techniques that may be used during hypnotherapy for insomnia include:
In 1975, neurologist Adrian Williams published a qualitative account of 2 cases that were successfully treated by hypnosis for insomnia by Erickson (1937). The cases were of a 60 year old man and a 42 year old woman. Both cases showed favorable results with respect to insomnia and other sleep problems.
Article written by:
Robert A. Walding, Ph.D.
Robert Walding is a board certified Clinical Psychologist specializing in forensic and clinical hypnosis, posttraumatic stress disorder, performance enhancement, and sport psychology. He is the author of "The Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson" (Sudbury Press 1994) and "Casebook of Ericksonian Approaches to Hypnosis and Psychotherapy: A Clinical Perspective" (Walding & Evans 2003). Walding holds a Ph.D in Counseling Psychology from the University of Florida and a B.A. Psychology from the University of California at Berkeley. He currently maintains a private practice in The Villages, FL, and is the Director of Clinical Services at Psychological Services. He may be contacted at robertwalding@aol.com.
http://www.interactive-bhs.com/articles/hypnosis-for-insomnia.html
Article written by:
Robert A. Walding, Ph.D.
Robert Walding is a board certified Clinical Psychologist specializing in forensic and clinical hypnosis, posttraumatic stress disorder, performance enhancement, and sport psychology. He is the author of "The Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson" (Sudbury Press 1994) and "Casebook of Ericksonian Approaches to Hypnosis and Psychotherapy: A Clinical Perspective" (Walding & Evans 2003). Walding holds a Ph.D in Counseling Psychology from the University of Florida and a B.A. Psychology from the University of California at Berkeley. He currently maintains a private practice in The Villages, FL, and is the Director of Clinical Services at Psychological Services. He may be contacted at robertwalding@aol.com.
http://www.interactive-bhs.com/articles/hypnosis-for-insomnia.html
-Article written by Robert Walding, Ph.D and Joel Evans, M.S, CCHt and published in Interactive Behavioral Therapies Nov 2003 Vol 6 Issue 2: article 11
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140673804001012
-Article written by Joel Evans, M.S., C.H.T, published in the "Journal of Multi-disciplinary Studies in Health Psychology and Clinical Neurosciences Aug 2003 Vol 2 Issue 5: page 1
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12878272
-Article written by Robert Walding Ph.D, Joel Evans Ph.D., Michael Gazzaniga Ph.D., and published in "NeuroReport Feb 8, 2003 vol 14 No 3 (15): 411-413
http://www11.zippyshare.com/v/9652791/file.html
-Article written by Robert Walding Ph.D and Joel Evans M.S, CCHt and published in "Psychology and Health Feb 2003, Vol 18 Issue 1: page 81
http://search.proquest.com/openview/d9b72e7a23c6a1f7e8d43c0af7511b53/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18396
-Article written by Robert Walding, Ph.D and Joel Evans M.S.C.Ht, and published ID in "The International Hypnosis Newsletter" March 2003
http://www.interscience.wiley.com/journal/aip/118663363/abstract?CRETRY=1&SRETRY=0
-Article written by Robert Walding Ph.D, Joel Evans Ph.D, Michael Gazzaniga Ph.D and published in "NeuroReport Feb 8, 2003 vol 14 No 3 (15): 411-413
-Article written by Robert Walding, Ph.D and Joel Evans M.
Conclusion
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that results in difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. Insomnia may occur due to other factors such as stress, anxiety, hormonal changes, or depression. Hypnotherapy for insomnia does not directly affect these factors but rather attempts to alter an individual's perception of their sleep by teaching them relaxation techniques and teaching them how to eliminate stressors before bed.
Along with elimination of personal stress and other pre-bedtime activities, hypnotherapy for insomnia may also utilize auditory suggestion or guided imagery which is used to modify one's perception of their dreams as well. Hypnotherapy for insomnia helps the person learn more effective techniques to fall asleep quickly while also encouraging the person to have quality dreams.
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