This short takes a deep dive into the world of hypnotherapy. It discusses the common misconceptions about hypnosis and how professionals guide individuals in relieving mental illnesses. Hypnotherapy offers a unique path towards mental well-being that has been effective in reducing symptoms through inducing a state a receptivity.

This video was made by McMaster University students Alice Zhuang, Heeral Dodhia, Rhea James, and Jerry Chang in collaboration with the Demystifying Medicine McMaster Program.

We would like to thank Dr. Aftab Taiyab for reviewing the content of this video and providing valuable feedback.

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