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What is Hypnosis ?
Common Myths about Hypnosis Hypnotic Suggestibility Hypnosis as a Clinical Tool
I. What is Hypnosis ?
A social interaction in which one person (the hypnotist) makes suggestions about perceptions, feelings, thoughts, or behaviors, and another person (the subject) follows those suggestions Hypnotist serves as a coach or tutor showing you the way.
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What is Hypnosis ?
State of awareness Highly focused attention Increased responsiveness to suggestion Vivid imagery Willingness to accept distortions of logic People do NOT lose control of their behavior. Instead, they remain aware of where they are, who they are, and what is transpiring. Alteration of sensation and perception
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components:
Hypnotic Induction Hypnotic Suggestions
Limits to Hypnosis
You cannot be hypnotized against your will. Hypnosis cannot make you perform behaviors that are contrary to your morals and values. Hypnosis cannot make you stronger or give you new talents.
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Hypnotizability
Differences in the ability of people to become hypnotized Varies from person to person Varies from situation to situation Most adults are moderately hypnotizable. Children are easier to be hypnotized. People who have positive, receptive attitudes towards hypnosis, tend to be hypnotized easier
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Posthypnotic Suggestions
A suggestion, made during a hypnosis session, that the subject will carry out when no longer hypnotized Technique can be used to encourage helpful behavior changes, such as stopping smoking or losing weight. Most only last for a few hours or days.
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Posthypnotic Suggestions
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Conclusion
Once associated with the supernatural, hypnosis is now accepted as the valid subject of scientific research and as a useful clinical tool. Psychologists hold a wide variety of opinions on how to define hypnosis and on how hypnosis works. The vast majority of people can benefit from hypnosis interventions. Research indicates that hypnosis is very effective for treating a wide range of clinical problems and symptoms, including pain, anxiety, depression, obesity, and smoking.
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Questions?
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