Attitude and beliefs about hypnosis among health care professionals

A cross sectional study

Authors

  • Pooja. R. Hegde III year PG Resident, Department of Psychiatry, SNMC Medical College, Bagalkot, Karnataka
  • Narayan. R. Mutalik Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry, SNMC Medical College, Bagalkot, Karnataka

Keywords:

Hypnosis, Myths, Misconceptions

Abstract

Introduction: Hypnosis is derived from Greek word -Hypnos meaning sleep. It is characterized by focused attention and heightened receptivity for suggestions. Misperceptions about hypnosis has been portrayed in several movies, books and stage plays. Witch doctors, evil scientists, space aliens, and vampires have been depicted using hypnosis to achieve their dubious ends. Myths and misperceptions has raised a skewed and stereotypic view among the lay public and has discouraged participant involvement in feasibly helpful and potential hypnotic interventions. Material and Methods: This is a cross sectional study which employed a quantitative, between subjects, exploratory design. The design and nature of the clinical study was explained to the participants. Healthcare professionals of SN medical college and HSK hospital and research Centre Bagalkot during period from lst December 2019 and 31st May 2021 were included in the study. All health care professionals including postgraduates and medical students who volunteer for the study were included. Results: One hundred forty-eight health care professionals made up the total sample of the study. Participants included 67 students, 44 PG residents, 11 Senior residents, 15 consultants, 2 nursing staffs and 9 from other medical background. Ages ranged from 21 — 39 years (M=26.77, SD 4.61).

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Published

12-10-2022

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Hegde, P. R., & Mutalik, N. R. (2022). Attitude and beliefs about hypnosis among health care professionals: A cross sectional study. International Journal of Health Sciences, 6(S9), 3504–3516. Retrieved from https://sciencescholar.us/journal/index.php/ijhs/article/view/13356

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Vol. 6 No. S9 (2022)

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