Q & A with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht., Hypnosis Instructor
Question: Can hypnosis relieve the itching and rashes of poison ivy?
Answer: Some plants like poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac can cause adverse health effects when their urushiol oil contacts the skin, leading to inflammation, blisters, and itching. Immediate washing is crucial to remove the oil, and treatment focuses on symptom management once a reaction begins.
Research in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis shows that hypnosis can reduce itching, improve sleep, and enhance the quality of life for patients with skin conditions. Hypnosis assists in managing conditions like psoriasis and dermatitis by reducing inflammation, improving immune function, and calming the nervous system.
Stress often worsens skin conditions due to the skin’s connection to the mind. Hypnosis promotes deep relaxation and uses positive suggestions for healing. It can alleviate the discomfort of shingles, eczema, and psoriasis through mental imagery and stress reduction. For example, a client with shingles near her eye experienced significant improvement after hypnotic suggestions were given for her symptoms to diminish. Her family noticed the results as her symptoms eased, and her natural healing abilities were enhanced.
Hypnosis is a complementary therapy that can alleviate the effects of skin irritation. Through stress reduction and healing imagery, it can provide relief and encourage a harmonious connection between the mind and body connection.
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