Clinical hypnosis is commonly used in medical care — but it’s nothing like stage hypnosis. It’s a set of techniques that’s sometimes used to help people reduce chronic pain, quit smoking and overcome phobias. Learn more from a licensed hypnotherapist.
Research is emerging about how our social media behaviors could be measured against standards for addiction. A behavioral health specialist explains.
There are nuances in the meanings of addiction and dependence, but many in the medical community use the terms interchangeably. Find out the latest thinking of substance abuse .
When it comes to tobacco, smokeless doesn’t mean harmless. Learn the health dangers of dip, and the benefits of quitting, in this interactive graphic.
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Are anxiety or depression keeping you from doing your best personally and professionally? Holistic tools like hypnosis, breath therapy and guided imagery can complement traditional care.
