Article: In addition, most people will remember what they did under hypnosis, so even if you can get them to pretend they are a chicken, they won't be happy. Hypnosis, however, has many therapeutic benefits outside of a cheesy Las Vegas show. Help your subject relax and let go of their problems or worries instead of trying to play a practical joke. Even well-intentioned suggestions can have bad results if you don't know what you are doing. This is why licensed hypnotherapists usually help the patient determine the right course of action instead of trying to give it to them as a suggestion. Hypnosis reduces anxiety, no matter what your suggestions are, so don't feel like you need to "fix" anyone. Simply putting someone in a trance state is a fantastic way to lower stress levels and anxiety. The act of deep relaxation, without trying to "solve" anything, is so rare in daily life that it can put problems and worries in perspective all by itself. Instead of telling someone how to fix an issue, have them imagine themselves already succeeding. What does success look and feel like to them? How did they get there? What is their preferred future? What has changed to get them there? While you should seek out the advice of a trained mental health professional, hypnotherapy has been used for addiction, pain relief, phobias, self-esteem issues, and more. While you should never try and "fix" someone, hypnosis can be an excellent tool to help someone heal themselves. Help them envision the world beyond their problems -- imagine them going through a day without smoking, or visualize a moment they are proud of to raise self-esteem. Healing through hypnosis is always easier if they person wants to work on the issue before they enter the trance state. The key benefits of hypnosis are relaxation and time to muse safely on an issue. It is both deep relaxation and focused attention on an issue at the same time. However, hypnosis is not a miracle cure or quick fix, it is simply a way to help people dive deeper into their own mind. This sort of self-reflection is critical to strong mental health, but serious or chronic issues should always be treated by a trained and certified professional.
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Know that telling someone what to do under hypnosis often doesn't work, and is a violation of trust. Use basic hypnosis lower anxiety levels. Ask them to envision solutions to possible problems. Know that hypnosis can be used for a variety of mental afflictions. Know that hypnosis is only a small part of any mental health solution.
Article: If you're in the habit of eating whenever you feel stressed, sad, lonely, or tired, working with a therapist might be helpful for changing your behavior. A licensed mental health professional can help you to develop new tools for dealing with negative emotions instead of reaching for food as a distraction. For example, if you often eat candy and other junk foods when you're feeling stressed, a therapist could help you learn to use relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation instead. Surrounding yourself with like-minded people can help you to stay motivated and avoid letting setbacks derail your progress. Try joining a weight loss support forum online or look for a weight loss support group in your area. Some paid weight loss programs provide access to support groups, but there are also free support groups you can join, such as Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) or Overeaters Anonymous (OA). Several medications have been shown to be effective for improving weight loss results. This might be an option for you if you have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher or if your BMI is over 27 and you have weight-related health problems, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Discuss your options with your doctor as well as the potential risks of the medications. Some commonly prescribed weight loss medications include: Orlistat Lorcaserin Phentermine and topiramate Buproprion and naltrexone Liraglutide While bariatric surgery is often a last resort for people who have tried for years to lose weight, it is very effective. This surgery involves reducing the size of your stomach so that you are physically incapable of overeating. If you've tried all of your other options and nothing seems to help, talk with your doctor to see if this might be an option for you. Keep in mind that bariatric surgery carries risks just like any other surgery. Discuss these carefully with your doctor before you decide to go through with it.
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Look into therapy to change your eating habits. Join a support group to get help from other people. Talk to your doctor about weight loss medications. Find out if you're a good candidate for bariatric surgery.
Article: After you pet a cat, whether it's one you own or not, take a trip to the sink. Try not to touch other parts of your body before your wash your hands thoroughly. If you rub your eyes, for instance, you're just transferring the allergens up there, causing a waterfall. Wash your hands in warm water and soap, scrubbing for 20 seconds. If you prefer not to take medications, you can use a saltwater rinse. You can either use a prepared nasal spray with a saline solution, or you can use something like a neti pot to flush your sinuses with saltwater. It can help rinse out the allergens. If you have allergies, you probably already know the drill. Taking a daily non-drowsy antihistamine can help reduce your symptoms. You can try cetirizine (Zyrtec), loratadine (Claritin), or fexofenadine (Allegra), to name a few. These drugs are available over the counter. If your allergies are particularly bad, your doctor may recommend a prescription antihistamine. On your worst allergy days, you can throw in a decongestant to the mix. Some common decongestants are pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) and phenylephrine (Contac-D). You can usually take these several times a day, such as every four hours, depending on the drug. These drugs are available over the counter. Steroids might sound scary, but nasal sprays with corticosteroids are generally mild. They help reduce inflammation, meaning your symptoms won't be as bad. Some examples are ciclesonide (Omnaris), mometasone furoate (Nasonex), and triamcinolone (Nasacort Allergy 24-Hour). Read the directions for how often you can use the drug, as it varies. Most of these treatments are available over the counter. However, like any drug, you should talk to your doctor before taking one of these treatments. If your allergies are particularly severe, you may develop asthma symptoms, which means you may start wheezing and have difficulty breathing. Treatments include inhalers and injected medications. These medications are only available by prescription, so you'll need to swing by your doctor's office. Allergy shots are regular injections of small doses of allergens to help desensitize you to your allergies. They can be expensive, though, and are usually only used if other options don't work.
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Wash your hands. Use a saltwater rinse. Take antihistamines. Add a decongestant. Try corticosteroids. Ask about asthma medications. Consider allergy shots.