HealthAugust 15, 2026
hypnotherapy
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Definition
A therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help individuals achieve a state of heightened awareness to address specific psychological or behavioral concerns.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek 'hypnos' (sleep) and 'therapeia' (healing). The term was coined in the 19th century to describe the use of hypnotic suggestion for therapeutic purposes.
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