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The American Academy of Medical Hypnoanalysts (AAMH') is a professional association for psychologists and organizations established in 1974. It publishes in academic journals, organizes conferences, and provides others forums for therapists, psychologists and other mental health professionals to learn hypnoanalysis, communicate research and ideas. The AAMH teaches the framework for the rapid and effective treatment of a wide variety of psychological disorders without the use of medications. Hypnosis is a tool used in the protocol of the treatment process. Many organizations teach how to induce the hypnotic state but often those who learn these techniques want to know how to utilize the hypnotic state most effectively.

History
was formed in 1974. Eight medical doctors, full of planning and foresight, gathered in Indiana to discuss forming a new professional group solely for the purpose of educating others about using hypnoanalysis as an exciting form of psychotherapy. At first only medical doctors could be members. Two years later a second category of membership was created for PhD's. In 1978 Master's level therapists also gained membership. In 1990 the categories of membership were altered to reflect an “equality of status” based on clinical acumen rather than an artificial hierarchy of degree credentials.

Originally called the Society of Medical Hypnoanalysts it grew quickly. By 1980 there were 40 members. It grew to over 100 members by 1990. Restrictions due to managed care then began to eat into the level of interest in hypnosis. Many of the medical doctors returned exclusively to medicine. Others who had an interest in participating often could not afford to attend. Currently our roles show a growing membership rates from 70 - 100 dues-paying members classified as Clinical or Associate, depending on their level of training in our modality. Medical Hypnoanalysis is no longer for the elite of medicine but is available to any licensed therapist regardless of the discipline under which he or she trained. Contemporary research in neuroscience has brought renewed interest in hypnosis and how it integrates the mind-body-spirit connection for core healing and transformation.

Mission
To inform and teach qualified mental health professionals the benefits of utilizing The AAMH Protocol of Medical Hypnoanalysis in their practices. AAMH teaches this method to all such professionals to the end that psychological and physiological suffering may be treated successfully in all persons, upholding the highest ethical standards outlined by each mental health profession.

Upon registration, members of the Academy are granted memberships in one of two of its divisions. Each division offers an interest level choice for the individual. Some of the memebers have recorded successful treatments in the following areas: • Weight Management

• Quit Smoking

• Conflict Management

• Anger Management

• Marriage and Family Relationships

• Personal Improvement

• Career Advancement

• PTSD

• Physical Abuse

• Drug and Alcohol Abuse

• Neglect

• Incest

• Getting over loss of a loved one

• Depression

• Obsessive Compulsions

• Trauma

• Car Accident Trauma

• Mood Disorders

• ADHD

• Stress

• Anxiety

• Self Abuse

• Eating Disorders

• Insomnia

• Performance Enhancement Therapy

Academy
The “Academy” is a group of professionals who specialize in Medical Hypnoanalysis. This group is dedicated to the promotion of this unique and effective form of therapy through practice, education, demonstration, and post graduate training opportunities to include: “101” and “102” Courses. These courses introduce the use of hypnosis in therapy. Classes are available in several areas around the country. Annual AAMH Conferences. A multi-session live demonstration of rapid hypnoanalysis is the focus of the annual conference. Attendance is open to qualified professionals. The Clinical Training Program is available to professional therapists who seek specialized training, in-depth knowledge of hypnoanalysis, assistance in incorporating hypnoanalysis into their practice, ongoing consultation, access to referrals, and Board Certification.

AAMH also offers professional hypnotherapy referrals to qualified therapists. For over 30 years the Academy has been the original and exclusive training organization for medical hypnosis and hypnoanalysis.

Publications
The publications include the following:
 * Academy of Management Journal
 * Academy of Management Review
 * Academy of Management Perspectives (formerly Academy of Management Executive)
 * Academy of Management Learning and Education
 * Academy of Management Annals
 * Academy of Management Discoveries

The first three journals were ranked in the top 40 business journals in the world in 2006 by the Financial Times.

Conferences
The Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management draws more than 10,000 students, academics, scholars, and professionals in the scholarly management and organization space. It provides a forum for sharing research and expertise in all management disciplines through invited and competitive paper sessions, panels, symposia, workshops, speakers, and special programs for doctoral students.

The 76th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management will be held August 5–9, 2016, in Anaheim, CA.