Hypnosis For Eating Disorders?
Author: Carl Graeber
Author: Carl Graeber
Today, eating disorders such as Anorexia and Bulimia are
running rapid. If a person intentionally starves him or herself
yet believes they are overweight, they could very well be
suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, which is a severe emotional
disorder that needs serious intervention. With this, the diet
is drastically restricted, coupled by excessive exercise. The
result is dangerous weight loss that can cause serious damage
to the body to include death.
Bulimia is a form of Anorexia, which is characterized by misuse
of laxatives, diuretics, enemas, and/or vomiting to rid the body
of food consumed during binge eating. In both cases, the body is
put at great medical risk. The problem is that both Anorexia and
Bulimia are not just serious but difficult to treat. In addition
to the body needing intervention, the mind also needs
intervention since the individual with the eating disorder sees
him or herself as fat although they could easily be 50% of their
normal weight.
These eating disorders typically begin in adolescents, which
are seen most often around time of puberty. However, although
rare, eating disorders can affect people over the age of 40,
and again, both males and females although girls are in the
highest risk category. If you have a child and you begin to
notice things like infrequent or stopped menstrual cycle, dry
skin, thinning hair, cold and/or swollen feet, or a bloated
stomach while watching drastic weight loss, then you need to
pay attention.
The psychological signs generally involve poor judgment,
problem with memory and/or concentration, a distorted
perception of the body, denial, obsessive-compulsive behavior,
and depression; these could well be indications that an eating
disorder is a problem. Treating eating disorders is a long
process that addresses both physical and psychological. Many of
the traditional treatment options include cognitive and
behavioral therapy, antidepressants, and herbs. However,
because the mind is involved, hypnosis has also been proven
very beneficial for some people suffering from Anorexia or
Bulimia.
Although the exact cause of Anorexia and Bulimia remains
unknown, most experts believe it has to do with the individual
trying to gain control over their life. For this reason, you
see young girls who are trying to fit into school, dating, or
coming from a difficult home life turning to an eating disorder
to gain some type of semblance in their life. With hypnosis, the
subconscious mind can be reached and taught to change the normal
pattern of thinking. By working with a reputable and licensed
hypnotherapist, the subconscious can receive positive
suggestions that relate to things beyond the eating disorder.
Although that will be the primary reason for seeking hypnosis,
the underlying issues that lead to the eating disorder in the
first place are addressed. In this case, the depression and
cause of depression is uncovered. The individual learns
self-confidence, healthy control, and other positive tools that
can be used to conquer the battle with Anorexia or Bulimia. Keep
in mind that along with hypnosis, the individual with the eating
disorder will need ongoing love and support by family and
friends. By creating a positive environment, recovery is
possible. When choosing the right hypnotherapist, you want
someone who also believes and supports in the individual
receiving other treatment and medication.
These factors together will provide the best chance for
success. In fact, many medical doctors are now adding hypnosis
to their practice for this very reason. Over the years, studies
have shown that in some cases, such as severe eating disorders,
the combination of traditional medical care with hypnosis
greatly improves the resolution.
About The Author: Warning: This information is to be taken
lightly! It may lighten your thinking and BMI (body mass
index). So: take 5 minutes, and check out the free website at
http://www.morbid-and-childhood-obesity-help.com and
http://www.obesity-weight-loss-diet.com - end your quest by
learning how to conquer obesity the right and healthy way!
running rapid. If a person intentionally starves him or herself
yet believes they are overweight, they could very well be
suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, which is a severe emotional
disorder that needs serious intervention. With this, the diet
is drastically restricted, coupled by excessive exercise. The
result is dangerous weight loss that can cause serious damage
to the body to include death.
Bulimia is a form of Anorexia, which is characterized by misuse
of laxatives, diuretics, enemas, and/or vomiting to rid the body
of food consumed during binge eating. In both cases, the body is
put at great medical risk. The problem is that both Anorexia and
Bulimia are not just serious but difficult to treat. In addition
to the body needing intervention, the mind also needs
intervention since the individual with the eating disorder sees
him or herself as fat although they could easily be 50% of their
normal weight.
These eating disorders typically begin in adolescents, which
are seen most often around time of puberty. However, although
rare, eating disorders can affect people over the age of 40,
and again, both males and females although girls are in the
highest risk category. If you have a child and you begin to
notice things like infrequent or stopped menstrual cycle, dry
skin, thinning hair, cold and/or swollen feet, or a bloated
stomach while watching drastic weight loss, then you need to
pay attention.
The psychological signs generally involve poor judgment,
problem with memory and/or concentration, a distorted
perception of the body, denial, obsessive-compulsive behavior,
and depression; these could well be indications that an eating
disorder is a problem. Treating eating disorders is a long
process that addresses both physical and psychological. Many of
the traditional treatment options include cognitive and
behavioral therapy, antidepressants, and herbs. However,
because the mind is involved, hypnosis has also been proven
very beneficial for some people suffering from Anorexia or
Bulimia.
Although the exact cause of Anorexia and Bulimia remains
unknown, most experts believe it has to do with the individual
trying to gain control over their life. For this reason, you
see young girls who are trying to fit into school, dating, or
coming from a difficult home life turning to an eating disorder
to gain some type of semblance in their life. With hypnosis, the
subconscious mind can be reached and taught to change the normal
pattern of thinking. By working with a reputable and licensed
hypnotherapist, the subconscious can receive positive
suggestions that relate to things beyond the eating disorder.
Although that will be the primary reason for seeking hypnosis,
the underlying issues that lead to the eating disorder in the
first place are addressed. In this case, the depression and
cause of depression is uncovered. The individual learns
self-confidence, healthy control, and other positive tools that
can be used to conquer the battle with Anorexia or Bulimia. Keep
in mind that along with hypnosis, the individual with the eating
disorder will need ongoing love and support by family and
friends. By creating a positive environment, recovery is
possible. When choosing the right hypnotherapist, you want
someone who also believes and supports in the individual
receiving other treatment and medication.
These factors together will provide the best chance for
success. In fact, many medical doctors are now adding hypnosis
to their practice for this very reason. Over the years, studies
have shown that in some cases, such as severe eating disorders,
the combination of traditional medical care with hypnosis
greatly improves the resolution.
About The Author: Warning: This information is to be taken
lightly! It may lighten your thinking and BMI (body mass
index). So: take 5 minutes, and check out the free website at
http://www.morbid-and-childhood-obesity-help.com and
http://www.obesity-weight-loss-diet.com - end your quest by
learning how to conquer obesity the right and healthy way!
