Hypnosis

Posthypnotic suggestion can create a trigger in a person that causes them to react violently. T F

The concept of "magnetisme animal" implied which of the following? A. Most animals are magnetically conductive. B. A person's health is related to their pets. C. Every person has a raw, magnetic energy. D. Vegetarians lack essential curative properties.

Hypnotic suggestion has been shown to help patients prep and recover from surgery. T F

Which of the following people was one of Sigmund Freud's instructors and believed that hypnosis could cure hysteria? A. James Braid B. Josef Breuer C. Milton Erickson D. Jean Martin Charcot

Which figure was responsible for the initial use of hypnosis as a medical treatment? A. Milton Erickson B. Franz Mesmer C. James Braid D. Jean Martin Charcot

Patients generally report conscious awareness of posthypnotic suggestions. T F

Self-hypnosis is generally regarded as a safe practice. T F

The CIA investigated hypnosis as a possible tool for interrogating prisoners. Why did they decide it was unsuitable for that purpose? A. Hypnosis is completely effective, it just takes too long to entrance the subject. B. Hypnosis requires a trusting relationship between the hypnotist and subject. C. Hypnosis breaks the spirit of the subject, making them unable to answer questions. D. Hypnosis can make the subjects talk, but they talk only about their childhoods.

What disagreement did Sigmund Freud have with both Josef Breuer and Jean Martin Charcot? A. whether hypnosis was a neurological or psychological phenomenon B. whether hypnosis should be conducted with pregnant women C. whether hypnosis had any value as a curative remedy for patients D. whether hypnosis was an effect of a "hidden observer" or the id

Those seeking professional hypnotherapy should look for professionals holding medical degrees from accredited and trusted institutions. T F

Some believe that the effects of hypnosis may not be from hypnosis but from people believing that hypnosis works. T F

According to Ernest Hilgard, hypnosis is the result of __________. A. accepted roleplay between hypnotist and subject B. suggestions accepted by the conscious mind C. entrance into a special state of consciousness D. the effects of a "hidden observer" in the unconscious