here are 2 methods for curing hiccups, one self-administered (Parr style) and one non-self administered and thus a billable service (Becker style)
Parr style: take *DEEP* breath... hold it ... slowly count to 10 while holding ... swallow ... exhale *SLOWLY* (also called the *waiting to exhale* method. ps I snuck into that movie in what year for double bonus points?) Active ingredient: diaphragmatic retraining
Becker style (as treater): ask hiccuper to tell you *right before* they're going to have their next hiccup. Stare them in the eyes and wait with them. They may hiccup once or twice and say 'oh -- I just did.' Gently scold them and say 'no -- you have to tell me *right before* the hiccup.' Active ingredient: unintentional mindfulness
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You didn't mention the fact that the Parr method actually works, but I like your analysis nonetheless.
Don't know how on Earth I let this many months of New Haven Cravin' slip by. Has anyone ever tried bending your head upside down and trying to drink water while standing up? No? If you can do it, it works. More great comments to follow.
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