To investigate the effects of app-delivered self-hypnosis on stress management in a large sample of users, highlighting the significance of addressing rising global stress levels.
Key Findings:
Consistent pre-to-post stress reduction across the first 10 sessions with Cohen’s d values ranging from −0.71 to −0.78, indicating a large effect size.
Greater stress reduction observed with interactive and regular-length sessions, higher hypnotizability, older age groups, and paying members, suggesting targeted approaches may enhance effectiveness.
Interpretation:
The findings provide evidence that digital formulations of hypnosis can significantly contribute to stress reduction, aligning with existing literature on the efficacy of hypnosis.
Limitations:
Retrospective design may limit causal inferences and does not account for potential confounding variables.
Potential biases in self-reported stress ratings, which may affect the accuracy of the findings.
Conclusion:
App-based self-hypnosis is a promising tool for stress management, particularly beneficial for individuals with higher hypnotizability and those engaging in interactive sessions, emphasizing the need for accessible mental health care solutions.
by Nathan Tran, Corey Saperia, Eric Neri, Booil Jo, Bohye Kim, Nahom Zewde, Bita Nouriani, Cassidy Kinderman, Annemarie Jagielo, Afik Faerman, Jose Maldonado, David Spiegel
