Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis
PubMed ID
38060693
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
School
School of Nursing and Midwifery
RAS ID
62393
Funders
ECU RTP-Stipend Scholarship
Abstract
Despite empirical evidence supporting clinical hypnosis for numerous conditions, its utilization in healthcare is limited due to skepticism and misconceptions. This review identifies and maps research on clinical hypnosis perceptions among the general population, healthcare patients, and more specifically patients with cancer. A systematic search following JBI PRISMA ScR guidelines was conducted in EBSCOhost, ProQuest, PubMed, and PMC, resulting in 18 peer-reviewed, English language articles (2000–2023). Most studies employed quantitative methods, which were complemented by some qualitative and one mixed-methods approach. The results found attitudes toward hypnotherapy, especially when administered by licensed professionals, are consistently positive; however, awareness of hypnosis remains low within the healthcare sector, particularly in cancer care. Although hypnotherapy was found to be useful, misinformation, a lack of understanding, and awareness persist. Few studies address the reasons behind people’s opinions or focus on integrating hypnotherapy into healthcare. Research investigating hypnosis attitudes in cancer care is scant, necessitating further exploration.
DOI
10.1080/00207144.2023.2276457
Creative Commons License
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Comments
Szmaglinska, M., Kirk, D., & Andrew, L. (2023). Reporting and mapping research evidence on perceptions of clinical hypnosis among the general population and patients receiving health care including cancer care: A scoping review. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2023.2276457