Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and self-hypnosis for adult bedwetting: A case study

Pages: 1834-1838
Prabha Kumari J. (Department of Psychology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu)
S. Azmal Basha (Department of Psychology, S.V. Arts College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh)

The purpose of this study is to explore and evaluate the scope and efficacy of Neuro Linguistic Programming along with self- hypnosis to address the tissue of bedwetting among adults. Bedwetting or Nocturnal Enuresis (NE) is a global problem suffered by 1 in 100 adults. It is reported to have physiological and psychological reasons causing this debilitating issue. And it was reported that there is no cure for this problem, but it can be managed with medicines, therapies, behaviour modifications and other techniques. Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a psychological technology that is known for creating lasting positive changes in the lives of people. To carry out exploring the prospects of using NLP and self-hypnosis to help out the bedwetting adults, a case study was done on a young woman who suffered bedwetting 4-5 times a week. The therapist assessed the emotional state of the subject using Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale (Rosenberg, 1965) and Depression, Anxiety, Stress scale (DASS 21), and a detailed personal history was taken. Thereafter therapeutic intervention was done using NLP and self-hypnosis. She was assessed again after three months. The scores of the pre-test and post-test showed significant difference in the frequency of dry nights and the positive changes in her emotional states. It was reported that she experienced dry nights from the fourth session of the intervention which indicate the positive effect of NLP and self-hypnosis in eliminating bedwetting among adults and improving their self-esteem.