Freedom from smoking: integrating hypnotic methods and rapid smoking to facilitate smoking cessation

Int J Clin Exp Hypn. 2001 Jul;49(3):257-66. doi: 10.1080/00207140108410075.

Abstract

Hypnotic intervention can be integrated with a Rapid Smoking treatment protocol for smoking cessation. Reported here is a demonstration of such an integrated approach, including a detailed description of treatment rationale and procedures for such a short-term intervention. Of 43 consecutive patients undergoing this treatment protocol, 39 reported remaining abstinent at follow-up (6 months to 3 years posttreatment).

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypnosis*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Smoking Cessation*
  • Smoking Prevention*
  • Time Factors