“Hypnosis to quit smoking?”
I've seen of people utilizing hypnosis for many things, including to quit smoking or other addictions. Some people say it doesn't do anything while a few claim it has done wonders for them. What's the science behind this?
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Interestingly, studies have shown up 67% effectiveness of complementary therapies such as yoga, meditation, massage therapy and hypnosis. This data is very limited and my have confounding factors. I have had 3 patients attempt and successfully cease tobacco use with hypnosis. So, to answer you question, it's worth a try. Adding cognitive behavioral therapy and/or cessation of medication along with hypnosis may prove very effective, but research would need to be done to confirm this.
