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Hypnosis: useful, neglected, available.

D B Douglas1

  • 1Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York, USA.

The American Journal of Hospice & Palliative Care
|January 6, 2001
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Hypnosis offers significant benefits for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses, aiding in relaxation, sleep, and pain management. It empowers patients to involve caregivers, enhancing their comfort and relief.

Area of Science:

  • Palliative Care
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Background:

  • Hypnosis is an underutilized therapeutic modality for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses.
  • Effective management of symptoms like insomnia, pain, and anxiety is crucial in palliative care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the value of hypnosis as a complementary or alternative therapy for hospice patients.
  • To summarize the clinical applications of hypnosis in palliative care.
  • To provide resources for professional education and recognized organizations in hypnosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical applications of hypnosis in hospice care.
  • Overview of indications, contraindications, errors, and safeguards.
  • Compilation of educational resources, professional societies, and publications.

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Main Results:

  • Hypnosis can facilitate relaxation, improve sleep, and provide pain relief for hospice patients.
  • It enables patients to engage caregivers in their therapeutic process, enhancing support.
  • Key considerations for safe and effective hypnosis implementation are outlined.

Conclusions:

  • Hypnosis is a valuable, yet often neglected, resource in palliative and hospice care.
  • Its applications extend to symptom management and strengthening patient-caregiver relationships.
  • Professional resources are available for training and further exploration of hypnosis in clinical practice.