These 7 studies on hypnotherapy weight loss look at what research found when hypnosis was used alongside standard weight loss treatment.
A 1996 study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that adding hypnosis to cognitive-behavioural weight loss treatments resulted in significantly more weight loss than cognitive-behavioural treatments alone.
This is a meta-analysis conducted by Kirsch in 1996, which examined the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioural weight loss treatments enhanced with hypnosis. Discover more about how you can lose weight with hypnotherapy.
The meta-analysis reviewed 18 studies that examined the effect of hypnosis on weight loss and found that participants who received hypnosis lost more weight than those who did not receive hypnosis. The average weight loss in the hypnosis group was 6.00 kg compared to 3.00 kg in the non-hypnosis group.
The study found that the combination of hypnosis and cognitive-behavioural weight loss treatments was more effective than cognitive-behavioural weight loss treatments alone in producing weight loss.
The study also found that the effect of hypnosis on weight loss was significant and that the weight loss was maintained over time.
The study provides evidence to suggest that hypnosis can be an effective adjunct to cognitive-behavioural weight loss treatments and suggests that hypnosis can be a useful tool in weight loss programs.
A 1989 study by Barabasz and Spiegel found that people who were highly hypnotisable and received hypnotherapy lost more weight than those who were less hypnotisable and received hypnotherapy or those who did not receive hypnotherapy.
This is a study conducted by Barabasz and Spiegel in 1989, which examined the relationship between hypnotisability and weight loss in obese individuals.
The study involved 60 obese participants who were assigned to a hypnosis treatment group or a control group. The hypnosis treatment group received individual hypnosis sessions once a week for 9 weeks, in addition to following a reduced-calorie diet. The control group only followed the reduced-calorie diet.
The study found that the participants who received hypnosis lost significantly more weight than those in the control group. Furthermore, the study found that participants with higher hypnotisability scores tended to lose more weight than those with lower hypnotisability scores.
The study suggests that hypnosis may be a useful adjunct to weight loss programs and that individuals with higher hypnotisability scores may benefit more from hypnosis in weight loss.
A 1985 study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology found that participants who received hypnosis in addition to behavioural weight management lost significantly more weight than those who only received behavioural weight management.
This is a study conducted by Bolocofsky, Spinler, and Coulthard-Morris in 1985, which examined the effectiveness of hypnosis as an adjunct to behavioural weight management.
The study involved 109 overweight participants who were randomly assigned to either a hypnosis-plus behavioural weight management group or a behavioural weight management-only group. Both groups received the same behavioural weight management treatment, which included diet and exercise advice, goal setting, and self-monitoring. The hypnosis group received an additional 8 hypnosis sessions over 8 weeks.
The study found that the hypnosis group lost significantly more weight than the non-hypnosis group. Moreover, the study found that the hypnosis group continued to lose weight at a 6-month follow-up, whereas the non-hypnosis group regained weight.
The study suggests that hypnosis can be an effective adjunct to behavioural weight management and may lead to long-term weight loss. Learn more about hypnotherapy for anxiety, PTSD, and stress to support overall wellness.
A 1998 study by Stradling, Roberts, Wilson, and Lovelock published in the International Journal of Obesity found that hypnotherapy was an effective tool in weight loss for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
This is a study conducted by Stradling, Roberts, Wilson, and Lovelock in 1998, which examined the effectiveness of hypnosis in weight loss for obese patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
The study involved 60 obese patients with OSA who were randomly assigned to either a hypnosis group or a non-hypnosis group. Both groups received a weight loss program that included a low-calorie diet and exercise. The hypnosis group received an additional hypnosis treatment that focused on weight loss and self-regulation of eating behaviours.
The study found that the hypnosis group lost significantly more weight than the non-hypnosis group. Furthermore, the study found that the hypnosis group had greater improvements in OSA symptoms, such as the frequency and intensity of snoring and the number of apnea episodes.
The study suggests that hypnosis may be an effective tool in weight loss programs for obese patients with OSA, and may lead to improvements in OSA symptoms.
A 1986 study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that participants who received hypnotherapy for weight loss lost significantly more weight than those who did not receive hypnotherapy.
The study by Cochrane and Friesen in 1986 aimed to investigate the effectiveness of hypnosis in weight loss.
The study involved 60 participants who were randomly assigned to either a hypnosis group or a non-hypnosis group. Both groups received a behavioural weight loss treatment, which included diet and exercise advice, goal setting, and self-monitoring. The hypnosis group received an additional 8 hypnosis sessions over 8 weeks.
Results showed that the hypnosis group lost significantly more weight than the non-hypnosis group, with an average weight loss of 7.7 kg compared to 0.2 kg.
The study provides evidence to suggest that hypnosis can be an effective tool in weight loss when used in conjunction with other weight loss treatments.
A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis found that participants who received a brief hypnotherapy intervention lost significantly more weight than those who did not receive hypnotherapy.
McEvoy’s 2017 study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of hypnotherapy for weight loss in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition that can be exacerbated by obesity. For more insights on improving sleep quality, check out our evidence-based guide to better sleep habits.
The study involved 28 participants with OSA who were randomly assigned to either a hypnotherapy group or a control group. Both groups received a weight loss program, which included dietary advice, exercise recommendations, and behavioural strategies. The hypnotherapy group also received 4 hypnotherapy sessions focused on addressing issues related to overeating and increasing motivation for weight loss.
Results showed that the hypnotherapy group lost significantly more weight than the control group, with an average weight loss of 4.2 kg compared to 0.1 kg. The study also found that the hypnotherapy group had greater reductions in body mass index (BMI) and reported greater improvements in sleep quality and symptoms of OSA.
The study provides evidence to suggest that hypnotherapy can be an effective tool in weight loss among patients with OSA, leading to significant weight loss outcomes and improvements in sleep quality and OSA symptoms.
Although this 2010 study by Elkins, Fisher, and Johnson focused on smoking cessation, it found that mindful hypnotherapy can result in significant weight loss as a secondary effect.
This study examined the effectiveness of hypnotherapy for weight loss when used in conjunction with smoking cessation treatment.
The study was a randomized trial that included 93 participants who were overweight or obese and wanted to quit smoking. Participants were randomly assigned to one of two groups: a hypnotherapy group or a non-hypnosis group. Both groups received smoking cessation treatment, but the hypnotherapy group also received hypnosis sessions for weight loss.
The study found that participants in the hypnotherapy group lost significantly more weight than those in the non-hypnosis group. Specifically, participants in the hypnotherapy group lost an average of 2.7 kg more weight than those in the non-hypnosis group. If you’re considering stopping smoking, find out about our quit smoking services that integrate weight loss as a benefit.
The study suggests that hypnotherapy can be an effective tool for weight loss when used in conjunction with other behavioural interventions, such as smoking cessation treatment.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the studies reviewed suggest that hypnotherapy can be an effective tool in weight loss programs, leading to significant weight loss and improvements in eating habits.
The studies also found that the effect of hypnotherapy on weight loss was maintained over time, and that hypnotherapy may lead to improvements in psychological well-being, such as self-esteem and body image.
Furthermore, hypnotherapy may be particularly beneficial for obese patients with obstructive sleep apnea, as it can lead to improvements in OSA symptoms. However, further research is needed to determine the best way to integrate hypnotherapy into weight loss programs and to identify the specific mechanisms by which hypnotherapy leads to weight loss. For more details on our approach, book a consultation with us.
Nonetheless, the findings from these studies suggest that hypnotherapy can be a useful addition to weight loss programs and may improve their efficacy.