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Purpose: Metaphor has been found to be almost
as old as language itself, according to research.
Metaphors help people better convey what they
want to say. In hypnotherapy, metaphor is
commonly employed since it is both catchy and
impressive. When we look at the history of
hypnosis, which is one of the traditional and
complementary medicine approaches, we can see
that it was used long before modern medicine was
understood, and it was used to cure physical and
mental illnesses in individuals. Because
hypnotherapy conducted by experts has practically
no side effects and produces speedy results when
compared to other therapeutic methods, it has
become a well-known and widely utilized
approach in the medical world. The efficacy of
hypnosis recommendations is highly dependent on
language patterns. As a result, this research has
collated the usage of metaphors in hypnosis.
Materials and Methods: In this study,
information about metaphor and hypnosis was
collected by reviewing the literature, and a
compilation was made about the use of metaphor
in hypnosis in light of this information. Conclusion: One of the most distinguishing
features of hypnosis from other therapies is that it
is a state of consciousness that must be learned.
The language used in hypnosis is of great
importance as the critical factor between
consciousness and subconscious is bypassed while
the person is in a trance state. The use of metaphors
in treatment, particularly hypnotherapy, improves
its efficacy. In this regard, the use of metaphors in
hypnosis and hypnotherapy applications should be
expanded, as should the number of research studies
required on this subject.