Use of hypnosis to treat chronic somniloquy (sleep talking): a Case Report

Introduction: This case study describes a hypnotherapeutic intervention for a 46-year-old man with chronic somniloquy that had persisted for decades, worsening during periods of stress. The patient sought treatment due to spousal complaints regarding the disturbance in her sleep. Methods: A treatment plan consisting of eight bi-weekly hypnotherapy sessions was developed and initiated. The intervention focused on clinical hypnosis as the primary therapeutic modality for addressing somniloquy. Results: The intervention yielded positive results. By the sixth scheduled session, the patient's wife reported that his sleep talking had been nearly completely eliminated, leading to an early discontinuation of treatment. Discussion: This case study suggests that clinical hypnosis may be a viable treatment option for chronic somniloquy. Further research is warranted to explore this therapeutic approach on a larger scale.