Product reviews for Hypnotize Yourself Out of Pain Now! Second Edition

For anyone suffering from chronic pain, this book provides a thorough understanding of what pain is and how it presents itself and then what the reader can do to help themselves through the application of self-hypnosis. It is well structured, starting with an in depth explanation of the nature of pain that is dealt with in a manner that is accessible and clearly written. The second section leads the reader through various exercises that build skills in self-hypnosis and pain management. There are a number of methods for inducing hypnosis provided so that it should be possible for anyone to find something they can feel comfortable with and achieve positive results. This is also true of the strategies and suggestions available to the reader. The different questionnaires in the book allow the reader to measure their experience of pain and how that changes as they make progress. This makes it almost a workbook rather than simply a theoretical text on the subject.

The research for this book has obviously been extensive and Eimer evidences a comprehensive understanding of the field by providing copious references and a recommended further reading list.

This is an impressive work that will also provide a valuable reference for any professional working with clients with chronic pain.