Trance is a state of hypnosis.
Hypnosis is considered an altered state of consciousness where a person is in a highly focused and relaxed state. It involves heightened suggestibility and focused attention on specific thoughts or tasks directed by a hypnotist.
Hypnosis is a way to alter the mental state of a person. Some magicians use hypnosis, real or pretended, as part of their acts.
Non-state theory of hypnosis posits that hypnosis does not involve a distinct altered state of consciousness but rather represents a combination of social, cognitive, and behavioral processes. According to this perspective, the hypnotic experience is shaped by the individual's expectations, suggestibility, and the context of the interaction with the hypnotist. This theory contrasts with state theories, which argue that hypnosis is a unique state of consciousness. Non-state theory emphasizes the role of the individual's mindset and the social dynamics at play during the hypnotic process.
No, hypnosis is simply a state of extreme relaxation where a person is more open to suggestion. When a person is under hypnosis they will not do anything they would find morally objectionable under normal circumstances.
There are several types of hypnosis, each used in different ways: Traditional Hypnosis – This is the classic style where a hypnotist gives direct suggestions to help change behavior or thought patterns. Ericksonian Hypnosis – A more subtle approach that uses storytelling and metaphors, developed by Milton Erickson. It’s gentle but effective. Self-Hypnosis – You guide yourself into a relaxed, focused state—great for stress relief or boosting confidence. Cognitive-Behavioral Hypnosis – Combines hypnosis with CBT techniques to treat things like anxiety, habits, or negative thinking. Stage Hypnosis – This is all about entertainment. Shows like Hyprov bring hypnosis to the stage, mixing it with comedy for a fun, interactive experience. Hypnotherapy – Used by trained professionals to help with deeper issues like trauma, phobias, or chronic pain.
Hypnosis
is identical to that of a person in a relaxed, awake state.
The social-cognitive perspective views hypnosis as a response due to different aspects of it, not as an altered state.
hypnosis, ecstatic, regression
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.
Posthypnotic suggestion is a suggestion implanted into your unconscious mind while you were in an induced state of hypnosis by a hypnotist that you carry out after you've been brought out of hypnosis.
now for my answer...it is possible, you must be skilled in waking hypnosis (yes, there is such a thing), conversational hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming (nlp), inbedded commands, language patterns and indirect hypnosis. He need not be "in hypnosis" as such, just change his "state". Once again I say yes, you can, but you must be skilled...I am a certified hypnotist and an nlp practitioner...I know what I am talking about.