[paulat (OP)]

http://www.newscientist.com/news/news.jsp?id=ns99993355

So why should putting your head in a bucket of water help to cure them then ?

PT

[Donnah]

I find that the best way to cure hiccups is to consciously try to hiccup.  Curious to know if this works for anyone else.

[pat]

Yep, couldn't agree more.

My cure for insomnia is to try to stay awake. Works every time

Pat

[Donnah]

Thanks Pat!  I tried your "cure" for insomnia and it worked.

If reverse psychology works for hiccups and sleep, what other kinds of twisted logic are we tormenting ourselves with[8]?

[pat]

You're most welcome - I find it's a great technique and works for lots of other situations too including "don't look down" type scenarios, as well as "don't panic!" style events !

Pat