Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis
Volume
72
Issue
2
First Page
109
Last Page
138
PubMed ID
38079617
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
School
School of Nursing and Midwifery
RAS ID
62394
Funders
Edith Cowan University
Abstract
The perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes of healthcare professionals (GPs, oncologists, nurses, midwives and obstetricians, anesthetists, mental health professionals, and other professionals) toward hypnosis are explored in this scoping review. Despite proven effectiveness in various health conditions, the use of hypnosis in healthcare has stagnated, emphasizing a gap between research and practice. Data from 35 studies (1995–2023) were analyzed, revealing predominantly positive attitudes and interest in training. Professionals with more knowledge and experience had favorable attitudes toward hypnosis compared to those with limited exposure or understanding of the practice. The main obstacles were insufficient time and inadequate training. Considering the growing interest in complementary therapies, the need for education in hypnosis for healthcare professionals is highlighted. Barriers to integration require exploration for a focused research agenda supporting knowledge translation and implementation.
DOI
10.1080/00207144.2023.2276451
Creative Commons License
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Comments
Szmaglinska, M., Andrew, L., Massey, D., & Kirk, D. (2023). Exploring the underutilized potential of clinical hypnosis: A scoping review of healthcare professionals’ perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 72(2), 109-138. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2023.2276451