The word hypnotherapy evokes an image of something mysterious to the ordinary reader. But a careful reading of this book is bound to dispel such a misconception and show that hypnotism is a science like any other.

    By explaining the techniques of hypnotherapy and the methods of autosuggestion in a simple and systematic manner, this book attempts to infuse reliable information about hypnotism and clear the doubts created in the minds of people by books of lay hypnotists.

    Newpapers and magazines have played a major role in arousing the interest of people in hypnosis. Consequently, several people wish to practice hypnotherapy. To acquaint the lay public with hypnotherapy led to the compilation of this book. Written in a lucid language, this book aims at popularizing hypnotherapy at the grass roots level.

    The method of hypnotherapy described in this book in mainly based on the 'Personality Defect Model of Psychotherapy', which is very effective having a cure rate of around 50% and can be as high as 70% if practiced diligently.

    To facilitate the comprehension of the common reader, we have at the outset discussed the techniques of autohypnosis, the concept of personality, stress tolerance and psychopathogenesis. Finally, the chaper on heterohypnotherapy offers a comprehensive appraisal of hypnotherapy to be undertaken by doctors and its various uses.

    Based on the guiding principles explained in this book, if hypnotherapy is practiced by an individual it will certainly help him to achieve a healthier personality and thereby improve the quality of life. This is sure to ensure a happier life and so assist the person to make rapid spiritual progress culminating in the achievement of an ideal personality.