%0 Journal Article
%T Transformative Power of Hypnosis: Breaking Myth and Implications for Stress Relief Application
%A Charles Leung
%A Chun Yu Patrick Hui
%A Ka Yiu Yeung
%A Mei Po Lau
%A Yan Kim Ning Yang
%A Wing Derby Lui
%J Psychology
%P 734-747
%@ 2152-7199
%D 2025
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/psych.2025.166040
%X This study investigates how perceptions and attitudes towards hypnosis could affect its effectiveness in relieving stress. Despite the growing acceptance of hypnosis as a psychological intervention tool, misconceptions surrounding hypnosis continue to hinder its application. A total of 52 participants were randomly selected and invited to experience a 21-minute hypnotic session, during which they engaged in tasks addressing common myths about hypnosis. Participants completed the Attitudes Towards Hypnosis Questionnaire and self-rated their immediate stress levels and emotional states before and after the session. Statistical analysis revealed a significant reduction in self-rated stress levels, with an average decrease from 3.75 to 2.6 (p < 0.01). Additionally, participants exhibited improved attitudes towards hypnosis, with the average score on the Attitudes Towards Hypnosis Questionnaire increasing from 60.48 to 65.69 (p < 0.01). Age difference is identified with younger participants demonstrating a greater improvement in stress relief when compared to older counterparts. These findings suggest that hypnosis could effectively reduce stress and enhance emotional well-being, while challenging the prevalent misconceptions.
%K Hypnosis
%K Stress Relief
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=143311