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Hypnosis is not just a parlor trick or TV act − science shows it helps with anxiety, depression, pain, PTSD and sleep disorders

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Hypnosis has been found to be effective for treating irritable bowel syndrome, weight reduction, sleep disorders and anxiety.

For mild to moderate depression in adults, hypnotherapy is as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy.

Few traits predict whether someone is easily hypnotizable, but people are not equal in their ability to respond to hypnotic suggestions.

Hypnosis can also be used as a preparation or replacement for exposure therapy.

Hypnotic suggestions like this decrease anxiety by promoting activation of the parasympathetic nervous system.

Progress can occur after less than 10 sessions with some disorders, such as insomnia in children, but it may take longer for others.

Medicare does not cover hypnotherapy, but some private insurance partially covers the costs.

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