Hypnotherapy: a possible alternative for treating pupils affected with attention deficit disorder.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to ascertain the effectiveness of hypnotherapy in treating attention-deficit-hyperactivity by certified psychologist and physicians. The 7 boys and 4 girls were enrolled in a Special Day classroom for hyperkinesis and behavior problems and were being given methylphenidate (Ritalin). Three attempts were made to hypnotize these subjects; however, the group had to be reduced from 11 to 3 and finally, from 3 to a single child to be successful. A significant improvement from pre- and post-hypnotic sessions was noted.

• Authors: G Calhoun Jr, J A Bolton
• Journal: Perceptual and motor skills (Percept Mot Skills) Vol. 63 Issue 3 Pg. 1191-5 (Dec 1986) ISSN: 0031-5125 [Print] United States
• PMID: 3808893 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Topics

• Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (psychology, therapy)
• Child
• Child Behavior Disorders (therapy)
• Humans
• Hypnosis
• Male