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Developing a Hypnotic Relaxation Intervention to Improve Body Image: A Feasibility Study.

Alison Cieslak¹, Gary Elkins², Tanima Banerjee¹

¹University of Michigan.

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Summary

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This study found that hypnotic relaxation therapy improved body image and sexual health in cancer survivors. This mind-body intervention is feasible and shows promise for enhancing quality of life.

Keywords:

body image hypnotic relaxation therapy mind-body self-image sexual health

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Area of Science:

Mind-body interventions
Psychosocial oncology
Behavioral therapy

Background:

Cancer diagnosis and treatment often lead to significant body image distress and sexual health challenges.
Survivors may experience altered body image, impacting self-esteem and quality of life.
Mind-body therapies offer potential avenues for addressing these psychosocial sequelae.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the content, feasibility, and outcomes of a self-directed hypnotic relaxation intervention.
To target improvements in body image among cancer survivors.
To evaluate the intervention's impact on stress, sexual function, and sexual self-image.

Main Methods:

A five-week, uncontrolled feasibility study involving 11 female cancer survivors.
Intervention included face-to-face sessions, home practice, and telephone check-ins.
Feasibility and content validity were assessed using descriptive statistics and paired t-tests.

Main Results:

The intervention content was confirmed as appropriate.
Participants reported decreased stress from body changes and improved sexual self-schema and function.
All participants indicated improved body image, with 91% satisfaction with the intervention.

Conclusions:

Self-directed hypnotic relaxation therapy is a feasible and promising intervention for improving body image in cancer survivors.
The therapy may also enhance sexual health, suggesting a positive impact on overall quality of life.
Further research is warranted to validate these findings in larger, controlled trials.