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Research: THOMSON,
Listed in Issue 96
Abstract
THOMSON, University of Vermont, USA, Linda.Thomson@Hitchcock.org, has described a project to change the attitudes, beliefs, and practices of health professionals with respect to hypnosis.
Background
The purpose of this study was to investigate whether an educational presentation that dispelled myths and misconceptions of hypnosis and hypnotherapy, offered a historical perspective, discussed how hypnosis works therapeutically, and elucidated the medical uses of hypnosis, could change the attitudes, beliefs, and practices of health professionals.
Methodology
Workshops were given at a variety of venues. 3 questionnaires were used to assess the participants' attitudes, beliefs, and practices immediately before, immediately after, and three months after the workshops.
Results
It appears to be possible, with a 90 to 180 minute lecture, to change beliefs and practices of health professionals. Accurate information on hypnosis substantiated by research leads to a belief that hypnosis has a place in mainstream medicine, and health care providers will suggest self-regulatory strategies and hypnosis to patients.
Conclusion
An educational presentation about hypnosis can encourage health professionals to make more use of this modality, learn more about it and seek training in hypnosis.
References
Thomson L. A project to change the attitudes, beliefs, and practices of health professionals concerning hypnosis. The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis 46 (1): 31-44, Jul 2003.
