Hypnotherapy Directory Hypnotherapy Directory
-
=X
Welcome Log out Are you a hypnotherapist? Join us Log in
Find a hypnotherapist
  • Home
  • Hypnotherapy areas
  • Types of hypnotherapy
  • FAQs
  • Articles
  • Local events
  • Your stories
Welcome Log out Log in Join us
Bookmarks (-)
  • Home>
  • Articles>
  • Reducing anxiety caused by neuralgia

Reducing anxiety caused by neuralgia

By a listed hypnotherapist
14th July, 2016
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Bookmark
14th July, 2016
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Bookmark

People might think that the biggest problem neuralgia causes is pain. But, often, the fear of a sudden neuralgic attack can develop into anxiety, which in turn can begin to have a detrimental effect on day-to-day life.

With trigeminal neuralgia, for example, sufferers describe the pain as intense, like an electric shock, stabbing through their face, neck and head. It can be so severe that a person may suddenly experience a physical jerk accompanying the neuropathic pain. This experience can be distressing and without knowing when or where such an attack might happen again, anxiety can steadily increase around a sense of losing control and how they will cope if it does. This could possibly lead to time off work, a restriction on social outings, or a general anxiousness about what the future holds.

Medication can certainly help with neuralgic pain and any ensuing anxiety. But, fear and anxiety are emotional responses which, in the long-term, could impact negatively on physical and mental health if left untreated.

If you suffer with neuralgia it is essential that you follow the advice of your GP. The good news is that in addition to any medical treatment, there are things you can do to manage stress, reduce anxiety and improve your everyday life. Common strategies include learning relaxation techniques, taking regular exercise and practising mindfulness.

Hypnotherapy can also be a very effective complementary treatment to medical intervention, helping you to discover a deep and re-energising level of relaxation, to alleviate and release any anxious thoughts and fears from your mind, and to feel more confident in dealing easily with daily tasks and challenges.

A skilled hypnotherapist will also be able to teach you how to practise self-hypnosis at home, helping you to be less anxious and more at ease within yourself, so that you can feel more in control of your everyday well-being.

Whilst managing pain and anxiety through hypnotherapeutic techniques can be very effective, it is reassuring to know that neuropathic pain isn’t always constant. Sometimes, it might be an isolated event, or there could be years between attacks. But, worrying about if, and when, the pain might suddenly onset can take its toll. Knowing how to manage and reduce stress and anxiety can really help you to worry less, enjoy life more, and look forward to the future.

AnxietyPain management
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Hypnotherapy Directory is not responsible for the articles published by members. The views expressed are those of the member who wrote the article.

Has this article rung true for you? Use our advanced search to speak to a Hypnotherapist.
Six ways to tell if you are mildly or moderately depressed Hypnotherapy and performance: a winning combination
Search for a hypnotherapist near you
advanced search

Real stories View all

Anxiety Weight loss Food addiction
Julia: Hypnotherapy for emotional eating
Julia: Hypnotherapy for emotional eating
I've had a problem with emotional eating for as long as I can remember. It started when I...
Anxiety Panic attacks Low self-esteem
Jackie: Better than a lottery win!
Jackie: Better than a lottery win!
I have been suffering from anxiety and panic attacks for a long time, which I felt I was...
Anxiety Public speaking
Bob: I overcame my fear of public speaking
Bob: I overcame my fear of public speaking
Being completely honest, I was really scared to go see a hypnotherapist. Other people...

Related articles View all

Anxiety Panic attacks
Article author image
Is anxiety blighting your life?
By Pamela Crane - Senior Level Hypnotherapist BA (Hons) SQHP, GHSC Accred GHR reg
Anxiety is, for many people, a common problem. Whether it's anxiety about new situations,...
Anxiety
Article author image
Feel anxious? Be curious
By Steve McCabe Cognitive Hypnotherapy
You might think the title of this article, ‘Feel anxious? Be curious’, is an...
Anxiety Addictions
Article author image
Beat addiction. Beat anxiety. Build you!
By Rebecca Jones M.A. (DipPCH) (GHR, GHSC) GQHP
Addiction, trauma, and anxiety are some of the most common issues and problems faced by...
More information
  • Home
  • About us
  • Legal terms
  • Cookie policy
  • Privacy notice
  • Browse by region
  • Press centre
  • Links
  • Site help
Contact us
Hypnotherapy Directory
Building 3
Riverside Way
Camberley
Surrey
GU15 3YL
Membership Services Team: 0333 325 2502 * Contact us

* Calls to 03 numbers cost the same as calling an 01 or 02 number and
count towards any inclusive minutes in the same way as 01 and 02 calls.

© 2019 Site by Memiah Limited Memiah Logo
Twitter
Facebook

Healthy ideas that change the world

Get our free monthly e-magazine straight to your inbox

Find out more at happiful.com

Happiful magazine cover
Before using our site, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notice and Cookies policy. By continuing to use this site we'll assume you agree to both.
Ok