Using Hypnosis Along with Rational Emotive Bhavior Therapy to Manage IBS
Many people are frustrated when being treated for IBS. IBS is a stress related disorder which causes spasms in the bowel which causes either diarrhea or constipation. The condition causes some people to be homebound since finding a toilet when needed becomes problematic. For irritable bowel syndrome, hypnosis cds along with rational emotive behavior therapy is helpful.
People often become either physically or mentally sick when inundated by stress. Hormone levels in the body change and the body is ready for fighting or flight, or freezing. Adrenaline is released into the blood stream restricting blood to the hands and feet. The heart beats faster and the stress response is fully under way. If you had to fight a wild bear in the woods, this response would be fully appropriate. With many of today’s modern stress, rational coping and relaxation to promote problem solving and decision-making are a better option.
When anxiety and depression have existed for a long time, they wear on the body making you so sick that coping is very difficult at best. From not sleeping, excessive muscle energy being used in anxiety, and loss of concentration and memory, you respond in a way that defeats your progress.
When people learn to relax, they break this cycle. The relaxation response, discussed by Herbert Benson, takes over. The muscles of the colon relax and you become more comfortable. You also learn rational coping statements which help you to manage the stress of life by tolerating discomfort without being overly depressed or anxious. The mind is then free to concentrate, remember, and problem solve. Your situation seems more hopeful and you have less IBS attacks. You feel healtier and have a better outlook on life as a whole.