self-hypnosis
noun
self-hyp·no·sis
ˌself-hip-ˈnō-səs 
plural self-hypnoses
: hypnosis of oneself : autohypnosis
performed self-hypnosis for relaxation
—often used before another nounself-hypnosis techniques
a self-hypnosis class/recording
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After six weeks, the researchers found that individuals in the self-hypnosis group had about a 53 percent reduction in hot flash frequency and intensity.
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Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Nov. 2025
Repeating them in front of the mirror each night has been a vocal warmup and a self-hypnosis for Matthew.
—Han Ong, New Yorker, 22 June 2025
Then get into bed and start a self-hypnosis session meant for sleep.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
Relaxation therapy: Techniques such as mediation, progressive muscle relaxation, self-hypnosis, and biofeedback can relieve stress, anxiety, and depression.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024
When 'shifting' becomes a problem For those who do not suffer from a mental health condition, Sarkis likens the reality shifting phenomenon to a form of self-hypnosis, whereby fantasies can feel real and vivid.
—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 17 May 2024
Some evidence suggests that self-hypnosis and relaxation techniques are effective treatments.24 REM sleep behavior disorder: A healthcare provider may prescribe medications like Klonopin.
—Mara Betsch, Health, 10 June 2023
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Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Nov. 2025
Repeating them in front of the mirror each night has been a vocal warmup and a self-hypnosis for Matthew.
—Han Ong, New Yorker, 22 June 2025
Then get into bed and start a self-hypnosis session meant for sleep.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
Relaxation therapy: Techniques such as mediation, progressive muscle relaxation, self-hypnosis, and biofeedback can relieve stress, anxiety, and depression.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024
When 'shifting' becomes a problem For those who do not suffer from a mental health condition, Sarkis likens the reality shifting phenomenon to a form of self-hypnosis, whereby fantasies can feel real and vivid.
—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 17 May 2024
Some evidence suggests that self-hypnosis and relaxation techniques are effective treatments.24 REM sleep behavior disorder: A healthcare provider may prescribe medications like Klonopin.
—Mara Betsch, Health, 10 June 2023
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self-hypnosis
noun
self-hyp·no·sis
ˌself-(h)ip-ˈnō-səs
plural self-hypnoses
-ˌsēz
: hypnosis of oneself : autohypnosis
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