Children, Burns & Hypnosis

Today’s blog is sourced from the University of Queensland. It contains information pertinent to the treatment of children for anxiety, pain, stress and phobias. Read on…

A world-first study has found medical hypnosis can reduce pain and anxiety in children being treated for serious burns. Continue reading “Children, Burns & Hypnosis”

Why be Anxious?

Anxiety is a huge problem in today’s society. Left untreated, it can escalate into depression which is an even bigger problem.

Anxiety may start from the pressures of life in the digital era – by being better connected digitally, we have less time to actually sit and think. When using technology, not only are we connecting with family and friends and following our “likes” but we are also available to employers, colleagues, other businesses and even, sometimes and sadly, online bullies who can be so well disguised that we d Continue reading “Why be Anxious?”

Fear of Hypnosis

I often encounter people who are fearful of hypnosis, sometimes they are downright petrified so let’s dispel the myths.

Hypnosis involves trance and as humans, we are regularly in and out of trance in our normal day’s activities. Showering, driving, daydreaming, watching tv and reading can all involve trance. When we’re in trance our brainwaves slow and we’re somewhat oblivious to events around us as we concentrate on the task at hand. Hypnosis is simply an induced trance where suggestions are given for a benefit. Continue reading “Fear of Hypnosis”