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Does hypnosis result in greater weight loss compared to conventional approach?
Nurul Afiedia Roslim1, Aryati Ahmad2, Mardiana Mansor3
1Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Besut, Malaysia.
The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
|February 2, 2022
Summary
Hypnosis shows promise for weight loss in Malaysia. This study found hypnosis combined with health education led to significant weight reduction in university staff and students over 12 weeks.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Psychology
- Complementary Medicine
Background:
- Hypnosis is increasingly recognized for well-being, but its efficacy in weight management, particularly in Malaysia, requires further investigation.
- Obesity remains a significant public health concern globally and in Malaysia, necessitating diverse and effective intervention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of hypnosis as an adjunct to health education for weight loss and body composition changes.
- To assess the impact of hypnosis on body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and body fat percentage.
Main Methods:
- A 12-week quasi-experimental study involving university staff and students with BMI ≥ 25.0 kg/m².
- Participants were randomly assigned to an intervention group (health education + hypnotherapy) or a control group (health education only).
- Weight and body composition were measured at baseline, week 7, and week 12, with statistical analyses including ANCOVA.
Main Results:
- Both groups achieved significant weight loss, with the intervention group showing a greater reduction (-4.61%) compared to the control group (-3.04%).
- Frequent self-hypnosis practice correlated with more substantial weight loss (-6.27%).
- No significant changes were observed in body fat percentage or waist circumference in either group.
Conclusions:
- Hypnosis, when integrated with comprehensive health education, demonstrates potential as an effective tool for facilitating weight loss.
- Further research is warranted to explore the long-term effects and specific mechanisms of hypnosis in weight management within diverse populations.
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