The Department of Endocrinology, 
Oneirotherapy in Overweight and Obesity.
- Department of Endocrinology, Bharti Hospital, Karnal, India
- University Center for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, India.
- Department of Endocrinology, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, India.
- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
- Non communicable disease unit, Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association Vol. 74 · Issue 6 · pp. 1192-1193
PMID 38949001 DOI 10.47391/jpma.24-47
Cite This Article
Sanjay Kalra, Saurabh Arora, Nitin Kapoor. Oneirotherapy in Overweight and Obesity. JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association. 2024;74(6):1192-1193. doi:10.47391/jpma.24-47
Abstract
Oneirotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that is based on visual imagery and symbolism. In this communication. We discuss the role of oneirotherapy, or using vivid imagery, as adjuvant therapy in obesity care. Oneirotherapy can be used to promote acceptance of, and adherence to, prescribed therapy. It may also help improve quality of life and enhance self-esteem. However, oneirotherapy alone, without following a healthy lifestyle and or taking antiobesity medication, will help manage weight only in one's dreams.
Keywords
- Holistic care
- mind body medicine
- personcentric care
- psychosocial aspects
