As a science communicator who has reviewed clinical studies and patient-centered treatments, I look for clear methods and real-world fit. An audio-guided self-hypnosis routine that people can follow without a clinician could broaden access to supportive care, especially where hormone therapy isn’t suitable. The key issues are who benefits most, how durable the effects are, and whether combining this with other strategies boosts outcomes.

If you’re curious about nonpharmacological approaches that support wellbeing, this study points toward practical possibilities and sparks deeper questions about mind–body connections and inclusivity in care. Follow the link to see the study’s design and findings, and consider how a simple daily practice might change the experience of menopause for you or someone you care about.
Self-hypnosis might help some women in menopause find relief from hot flashes. Hot flash frequency and intensity decreased by more than 50% among women who listened to a daily audio hypnosis session, researchers reported Nov. 11 in JAMA Network Open. “All sessions were…