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Clinical Medical Hypnosis

An evidence-based approach using focused attention and altered consciousness for treatment of certain medical conditions.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Clinical Medical Hypnosis?

Clinical hypnosis is a structured therapeutic technique using focused attention, hypnotic induction and post-hypnotic suggestions in a state of altered consciousness.

Evidence supports its efficacy in chronic pain, irritable bowel syndrome, smoking cessation, weight management, anxiety and some psychosomatic disorders.

It is performed by trained clinicians (physicians, psychologists, dentists). It is contraindicated in psychotic disorders and severe personality disorders. It is not a magical method; it requires individualization and informed consent.

Symptoms

Chronic pain
Anxiety and stress symptoms
Sleep disorders
Smoking and substance addiction
Functional bowel symptoms
Phobic reactions
Symptoms reducing quality of life
Stress-related symptoms

Risk Factors

Suitable indication and patient eligibility
Severe psychotic disorder (contraindication)
Severe personality disorder (contraindication)
Lack of consent
Inappropriate expectations
Trauma and dissociation history
Insufficient experience of clinician
Lack of integration with conventional treatment

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Suitability evaluation for chronic pain
  • Anxiety not responding to other treatments
  • Smoking cessation efforts
  • Functional bowel disorders
  • Adjunct treatment evaluation
  • Post-hypnosis follow-up indications

Treatment Methods

01
Initial evaluation and indication assessment
02
Hypnotic induction and individualized session
03
Use as adjunctive therapy
04
Cognitive-behavioral integration
05
Sessional follow-up
06
Self-hypnosis training
07
Multidisciplinary approach
08
Outcome monitoring and modification

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