Clinical hypnosis for smoking cessation: preliminary results of a three-session intervention

Int J Clin Exp Hypn. 2004 Jan;52(1):73-81. doi: 10.1076/iceh.52.1.73.23921.

Abstract

This study presents preliminary data regarding hypnosis treatment for smoking cessation in a clinical setting. An individualized, 3-session hypnosis treatment is described. Thirty smokers enrolled in an HMO were referred by their primary physician for treatment. Twenty-one patients returned after an initial consultation and received hypnosis for smoking cessation. At the end of treatment, 81% of those patients reported that they had stopped smoking, and 48% reported abstinence at 12 months posttreatment. Most patients (95%) were satisfied with the treatment they received. Recommendations for future research to empirically evaluate this hypnosis treatment are discussed.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypnosis*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Smoking Cessation / methods*
  • Smoking Prevention*