subject: Can Hypnosis Be Dangerous? [print this page] Author: Chris Hoyt Author: Chris Hoyt
Thanks to movies and stage hypnosis, many people often wonder if hypnosis can be dangerous? As a general rule, the answer is nohypnosis is not dangerous. Millions of people practice self hypnosis each year and millions more visit hypnotherapists for treatment for a variety of conditions. The hypnotic state occurs in each of us every day whether we realize it or not. There is a brief period before you go to sleep and a brief period right before you wake up, in which you experience hypnosis. And most of us have periods during the day when were so engrossed in something, that were totally oblivious to our surroundings. You will often hear people say that hypnosis/hypnotherapy should only be performed by licensed physicians because, lay hypnotists arent trained properly. I dont agree with this statement. Ive operated my own clinic in the past and saw many clients during that time. I didnt have the training of a doctor, but I was perfectly capable of helping someone quit smoking or lose weight. There were certain lines of treatment and therapy that I did not feel comfortable performing and I would turn down clients that needed that type of help. If youre considering getting hypnotized for pain control, its always recommended that you consult with your doctor. Your body experiences pain for a reason. Its telling you that something is wrong. Masking the pain with hypnosis, (while very effective), can also cause you to overlook a more serious problem. Always consult with your physician before using hypnosis for pain. The most dangerous part of hypnosis, in my opinion, is the hypnotherapist that might take your money in return for a worthless hypnosis session. Yes, there are people in this business who are either not trained well enough, or who are just plain unscrupulous! If youre planning to visit a hypnotherapist, I always recommend getting references from them. If they cant provide a few references, then find someone else. To sum things up, hypnosis is not dangerous. It isnt mind control and the person being hypnotized can end the session at any point if they dont feel comfortable. You cant get stuck in hypnosis and no one can turn into some kind of mindless zombie. Enjoy this wonderful, relaxing and effective tool for self & health improvement.About the Author:
Many people are scared or concerned about using hypnosis to improve their lives. Hypnosis is very safe and extremely effective. To learn more about hypnosis and self hypnosis, please visit http://selfhypnosisprogram.com
