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 ...

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 ...

This 200-year-old treatment can be effective for a variety of conditions, but it does take work. By Hannah Seo In the 1770s, a German physician named Franz Mesmer made a splash when he said he could ...

For best results, you would want to work with a person who is trained and licensed to perform hypnosis properly. The therapist then utilizes a soothing tone, repetition and imagery to get you into a ...

Meet Oneleaf, a new startup that wants to make hypnosis mainstream. The startup has designed an app that helps you get started with hypnosis and follow various programs to quit smoking, reduce anxiety ...

Some people have reported that hypnosis helped them quit smoking. However, more research is necessary to determine how effective it may be. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the ...

Many people with atopic dermatitis use creams, pills, and injections to tame inflamed skin. But research suggests mind-body therapies, such as hypnosis, can be used alongside traditional treatments.