If we start from what hypnosis is not, rather than what it is, which has been defined many times in the past and today;
Hypnosis is definitely not a state of sleep.
Hypnosis is not a process in which what happened is not remembered or forgotten.
It is not a special state of mind in which one loses control or passes out.
It is not a method in which a person does everything that is said to him without questioning.
It is not a state of unconsciousness in which consciousness is lost.
“It is a state in which the cerebral functions work and individual control is clear, "It is a psychic state that occurs voluntarily, without any sleep."
Hypnosis is a return to self, an inner journey.
It is the cooperation of the two hemispheres of the brain in a single area.
The person's subconscious can receive suggestions in line with his wishes.
It means that the right brain (imaginary plane) takes control rather than the left brain.
Myths About Hypnosis
There are many true and false facts about hypnosis. Some of these are:
1) The person performing the hypnosis has magical powers: However, this is a completely wrong assumption. Hypnosis is not an inherited ability that comes with genes. It is a product of study that can be learned entirely later.
2) A person can be hypnotized and made to do things he does not want: First of all, what we need to emphasize is that no one who does not want can be hypnotized. Just as people who do not want to be hypnotized cannot be hypnotized by force, it is not possible to force someone who is hypnotized to do anything.
3) Only people with weak character and low intellectual potential can be hypnotized: However, the opposite is true. In other words, there is a linear proportion between the increase in intellectual capacity and hypnotizability.
4) The person who enters hypnosis has lost consciousness: This is not correct, in fact, there is a state of extreme consciousness.
5) Someone who enters hypnosis may not be able to come out of hypnosis: At this time In no case of hypnosis until now has the hypnotic person been unable to come out of hypnosis.
6) In order to benefit from hypnosis, it is necessary to put people into a deep trance: It is a fact that good results are obtained at every level of hypnosis, whether light or deep.
7 ) It is possible to treat all diseases (metabolic-spiritual) with hypnosis: Hypnosis also treats other diseases. It is a method that we can use like all treatment options. Although it is a facilitating factor in the treatment of many diseases, it can also be a stand-alone method in the treatment of some diseases. However, it may not have any effect on its own in the treatment of many diseases.
Who can perform hypnosis?
According to the decision number 24 of the Ministry of Health dated 16.10 2015; Hypnosis can be performed by physicians, dentists, clinical psychologists and psychologists who have received 200 hours of hypnosis training in educational institutions determined by the Ministry, and psychologists who have a certificate of authorization for medical practice of psychology. It is strictly forbidden for people outside this profession to perform hypnosis, even if they receive this training in different places.
Can anyone be hypnotized?
Anyone who wants to be hypnotized can be hypnotized. The opposite is also true. So you can't hypnotize someone who doesn't want to be hypnotized. You can hypnotize anyone from the age of 6-7, provided that they are conscious and conscious and do what you tell them to do. However, you cannot hypnotize people who are too unintelligent to communicate and who are too old to evaluate what you say and those whose mental level is negatively affected.
However, a very small group of people cannot be hypnotized even though they do not have any mental-neurological or psychiatric problems. According to researches; While 65% of people experience moderate hypnosis, 5% feel little hypnosis and 20% enter a deep trance. Only a minority of 10% of people experience a much deeper hypnosis.
In order for hypnosis to be more efficient, easier and more beneficial, the person to be hypnotized must:
Want to be hypnotized
br /> He must trust the hypnotist
He must believe in hypnosis.
In addition, in order to benefit from hypnosis to the maximum extent; The person who will be hypnotized must first have a goal he wants to achieve and something he wants to change in his life. For example, if a person decides to receive obesity treatment because his or her spouse wants it, or is brought to the session by his or her spouse's force, it will probably not be possible for them to benefit from hypnosis. However, those who are brought to the session in this way and who are convinced after being informed by the hypnotist and who want hypnosis themselves do not fall into this category.
Apply hypnosis. What should the environment be like? It is worth remembering that there are different opinions on this subject. In fact, according to some views, location and physical conditions do not matter much. According to this view, hypnosis can be performed in almost any environment. However, it should be preferred that the environment be quiet and calm, and that the place where hypnosis will be performed should be simply furnished and a comfortable room. It is preferred that the ideal ambient temperature is approximately 20 degrees. Care should be taken to ensure that the light in the room does not directly contact the eyes of the person who will be hypnotized. In fact, it is better if the room is a little dim.
Areas of Use of Hypnosis
Psychology – Psychiatry:
Hypnosis can be used in the treatment of many psychological diseases. With hypnoanalysis methods, it is possible to investigate the subconscious to detect the source of the disease. Hypnosis is also used to assist with treatments. It is also possible to treat problems such as mild depression, anxiety, stuttering, tics, thumb sucking, nail biting, sleep disorders with hypnosis.
Dentistry:
Needle-free and painless treatment with hypnoanesthesia, prevention of fear and anxiety, treatment of teeth grinding. Issues such as making it easier to get used to the prosthesis and hygiene motivation are among the areas of use of hypnosis in dentistry.
Addiction:
Cigarettes, alcohol, etc. In substance addictions, if the person has a sincere intention and desire to get rid of the addiction, but has problems using his/her willpower; A person can be helped to get rid of addiction with various suggestions and ego-strengthening techniques given under hypnosis.
Gynecology:
Hypnosis can be used especially in the preparation stages for birth. It is possible to reduce pregnancy nausea and vomiting in this way. Psychologically, hypnotherapy can be used to have a comfortable pregnancy. Self-hypnosis techniques to be taught to the expectant mother will help her prepare for birth more easily. Additionally, an easy and painless birth can be achieved with hypnoanesthesia methods. Hypnotherapy is also used to solve various sexual problems.
Urology:
Enuresis nocturna, urinary incontinence, impotence and sexual problems that are not caused by structural disorders can be solved by hypnotherapy methods.
Surgery:
Hypnosis can be used to overcome fear and anxiety before surgery. Sufficient numbness and insensitivity can be achieved with hypnoanesthesia without using any chemical anesthetic for the surgery. After the operation, it is possible to reduce bleeding, facilitate wound healing, and eliminate post-operative pain and complaints with hypnotic suggestions.
Dermatology:
In psychosomatic skin diseases, it is used to determine the source of the disease and to treat the disorders caused by the cause on the skin. . Warts, one of these diseases, can also be treated with appropriate hypnotherapy methods.
Education:
It is possible to facilitate learning, increase concentration, facilitate remembering of what has been learned, and control exam anxiety and excitement with hypnotherapy techniques.
Nutrition:
Hypnotherapy can be used effectively in the treatment of obesity, in the application of weight control methods, in correcting eating habits, in the treatments of anorexia nervosa and bulimianervosa.
Sports:
Increasing motivation and concentration, strengthening the desire and determination to work, increasing body resistance. Hypnosis can be used to increase working capacity. Hypnosis is one of the complementary treatment methods that physicians trained in this field can use in their daily practice.
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