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What is the neodissociation theory?
The Neodissociation Theory is a theory of hypnosis that was developed by Ernest Hilgard. Hilgard asserted that, during hypnosis, the conscious mind dissociates from what happens during hypnosis. Hilgard also introduced the concept of a "hidden observer" in hypnosis, meaning that part of the mind is aware of what is happening during hypnosis even if the hypnotized individual is not consciously aware of this.
How do you know if a subject is really hypnotized and not just imagining things?
Being hypnotized has a lot to do with "imagining things"! Hypnosisis an enhanced imaginative state during which critical and analytical faculties are suspended -the person being hypnotized allows him/ herself to be guided into a very relaxed, but hyperattentive state, wherethought is entirely focused on the hypnotist's suggestions. People with active imaginations who enjoy role play, fantasy etc, who are willing to follow instructions uncritically, are invariably the best responders to hypnosis. People whofollow a hypnotist's instructions while "imagining" whatever is suggested to them, are hypnotized.
Is it possible to read a story and be hypnotized?
Yes - anyone who is deeply absorbed in reading a story IS hypnotized! At its most basic, being "hypnotized" is simply being in a mental state where your concentration is highly focused on something (eg reading, watching a movie, listening to music, undertaking a task requiring intense concentration etc) to the exclusion of all else. So, someone who is "lost in a book", or "daydreaming", or fascinated by someone/ something, is in a state of hypnosis. When about to fall asleep, you are hypnotized - you can not go to sleep without being in this state.
What do you call a state of hypnosis?
Trance is a state of hypnosis.
Accuracy of memories recovered by hypnosis?
Memories recovered by hypnosis can be accurate or false. To get them accurate, a hypnotized person should realize a sleepwalking state of hypnosis with following age regression. When age regression is achieved and stable, special tests are being applied to make sure that recovering memories are accurate. This procedure can be performed only by a highly qualified hypnotist.
Is it OK to get hypnotized if you're Catholic?
Yes! According to the Roman Catholic church. It is a myth that hypnosis is some kind of new-age witchcraft, it is just a form of therapy that is based on placing you in a relaxed state.
What are three explanations of hypnosis?
1.) Hypnosis is an elaborate form of socially conditioned role play - people become hypnotized because that is their expectation when certain circumstances pertain. 2.) Hypnosis is the deliberate activation of the REM state in an otherwise conscious person. 3.) Hypnosis is a dissociative mental state induced by intense concentration and physical relaxation.
Why can't I be hypnotized?
I do not believe that is possible. My answer is: No. No and yes. Formal hypnotization usually requires the consent & cooperation of the subject. Because, however, hypnosis is a naturally occurring state entered into by most people on a fairly regular basis (eg when absorbed in a film or book, daydreaming, or when performing everyday tasks "on autopilot" whilst thinking of something else), it is common for people to be, in a sense, hypnotized without their knowledge. Many people have been in hypnosis ( eg dancing for protracted periods with someone they're attracted to, without noticing the passage of time, and being only really aware of that person & nothing else ), but remain quite unaware of the fact. Also, people in intimate/ familiar situations who are on the edge of sleep ( in a hypnoidal state ) may be hypnotized without knowing it by someone with whom they feel relaxed/ comfortable. It might, for example, be possible for a lover or spouse to induce hypnosis in a half asleep partner by gentle massage & suggestion. They wouldn't really know they'd been hypnotized (and probably won't remember it later), but their intimacy with the hypnotizing partner makes such situations atypical - not like the usual contexts in which hypnotization occurs. So, generally, people can not be hypnotized without their knowledge & consent, but it is possible for hypnosis to be induced in unknowing subjects under certain very specific circumstances.
How do you know whether you are hypnotized?
Typically a hypnotized person will feel very relaxed and detached, as if dreaming whilst awake. Sounds/ voices may seem very acute, but more likely will seem slightly "distant". Generally, someone in hypnosis will feel very comfortable, and although they may move slightly, will tend to remain very immobile and have no particular desire to move or do anything unless instructed to do so. A degree of time distortion is also very typical - it is not unusual for someone who has been in hypnosis for an hour to later think the experience only lasted a few minutes. Usually, focus will be very narrow - often to the exclusion of all but the hypnotist's voice - so if you don't think you're hypnotized (just very relaxed), but then find you're not doing much except what the hypnotist tells you, then it's safe to assume that you are hypnotized. Similarly, when instructed to do something whilst in hypnosis, it's generally the case that you'll do it automatically without any deliberate effort on your part - it just seems to "happen". This tendency to automatic response is another good indicator that hypnotization has indeed happened. Many people, especially during their first hypnosis experiences, do not think they've been hypnotized because they expect their minds to be blank. It is, however, rare for such to occur - hypnotic amnesia is uncommon, except in the minority of people (about 10%) who can readily enter a somnambulistic state. Generally, however, if you followed the hypnotist's instructions; entered a very relaxed state, and only really did anything when it was suggested to you, then it's probable that you were hypnotized.
Is hypnosis a condition of hyperawareness?
Hyperawareness is when you are more sensitive to stimuli than normal. Hypnosis is the process of bypassing the conscious mind to reach the subconscious mind, to implant suggestions for example, and the patient is more sensitive than usual, and also, contrary to popular belief, they are in a high alert, fully aware state. So, to answer, yes, when you are hypnotized you are hyperaware.
What does the term hypnotism mean?
Hypnosis is a state of consciousness in which the subject has an altered sense of self-awareness. It can be used therapeutically as a form of psychological counselling, and is also commonly seen used for entertainment purposes, with hypnotists taking advantage of a subject's susceptibility to suggestion.
What can a hypnotist do to me?
A hypnotist can not "do" anything "to" you - you can not become hypnotized unless you want to be. A hypnotist is simply someone who guides another person into an hypnotic state, usually by asking him/ her to focus on a fixed point, or an idea or feeling, whilst encouraging relaxation. Hypnosis is a naturally occurring state which most people enter spontaneously on a regular basis (eg daydreaming), and all a hypnotist does is deliberately activate this state: it's a form of interpersonal communication, coaching even, and whilst someone "in hypnosis" will be more responsive to suggestion, they can not be made to do or say anything against their will. Hypnosis is not "mind control"; most hypnotized people remain fully aware (they're simply in a very relaxed, but highly focused, state of mind - indeed, they're "hyperattentive"!), and can come out of hypnosis whenever they wish. People hypnotized for stage shows are usually stable extrovert types who don't mind performing - "being hypnotized" is simply an "excuse" for them to play around, do silly things; to "show off". Many, probably most in fact, are people who in other contexts (eg with a group of close friends) will play around, "let go"/ "go wild", be the "life and soul of the party" etc.. The hypnotist is, in effect, "giving them permission" to do what they do anyway, but in a public domain. It's social role play, that's all. You can not "get stuck in hypnosis" - if left unattended, a hypnotized person will either just "come to" of his/ her own accord (probably after no more than a few minutes), or fall asleep to awaken naturally a few hours later. Hypnosis is not "brainwashing" - quite the opposite, in fact. Brainwashing is abusive/ coercive mind control; hypnosis is a sophisticated form of consensual interpersonal communication utilizing naturally occurring and completely normal brain states.
