11/14/2025
Are you curious about the power of the mind in medical care? A new study on clinical hypnosis in Norwegian breast cancer patients reveals some promising findings. The research, which included a survey of over 1,000 people and a pilot study with five patients, showed that the general public is positive about using clinical hypnosis as a supplement to medical treatment.
Here's what the study found:
Positive Attitudes: A significant number of people (67%) expressed a willingness to accept hypnosis in a medical setting.
Patient Experiences: All patients in the pilot study had positive experiences with hypnosis and reported no unpleasant side effects or significant postoperative pain.
Reduced Skepticism: Participants who were initially skeptical found their attitudes changed after receiving more information about hypnosis and undergoing the session.
This research suggests that clinical hypnosis is a feasible and well-received complementary treatment.
Lind, S. B., Jacobsen, H. B., Solbakken, O. A., & Reme, S. E. (2021). Clinical Hypnosis in Medical Care: A Mixed-Method Feasibility Study. Integrative Cancer Therapies, 20, 15347354211058678. https://doi.org/10.1177/15347354211058678