Self-hypnosis is a process that involves using certain techniques to enter a hypnotic state. While in a state of intense relaxation, people often try to visualize certain goals. Self-hypnosis has its ...

In the 18th century, hypnosis was all the rage, but the practice goes back further than many realize. Temple sleep, practiced widely throughout early Greek and Egypt, involved a meditative ritual said ...

Hypnosis is a technique that practitioners may use to help people change unwanted thoughts or behaviors. Some evidence suggests that this method may be an effective strategy to help some individuals ...

Writing for The Conversation, David Acunzo, an assistant professor in the Division of Perceptual Studies at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, examines when and why hypnosis may be used ...

Few terms possess the magnetic allure of hypnosis. It instantly evokes images of powerful, altered states of consciousness. Yet, despite its widespread recognition, considerable confusion remains ...

When you think about hypnosis, what do you visualize? For many, it’s a clock-swinging magician or a comedy act that forces an unwitting volunteer to make embarrassing public admissions on stage. But ...

Joan Raymond writes: Got a weird wart? If home remedies like acid or duct tape aren't working to annihilate it, try self-hypnosis. It’s not as crazy as you think. Though hypnosis has suffered mightily ...

A six-week at-home hypnosis program not only eased hot flashes more than an active placebo but also improved women’s daily functioning and sense of control, offering a powerful new option for those ...

Self-hypnosis might help some women in menopause find relief from hot flashes. Hot flash frequency and intensity decreased by more than 50% among women who listened to a daily audio hypnosis session, ...

A gentle breeze. Water trickling over a fountain. Crisp mountain air. Such scenes sound cool — and simply imagining them could help people feel cooler, too. For women experiencing hot flashes, ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you play smarter, better golf. When you hear about hypnosis, you probably have some pre-conceived notions about what it ...

Healthy weight loss isn’t a magic trick. For most people, losing weight requires regular exercise, coupled with conscious choices about what, when, and how much to eat. Hormones and health conditions ...