THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS
STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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The hypnotized person can more easily remember things
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The hypnotized person can cooperate but cannot be convinced to do things against his or her will.
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The hypnotized person does not initiate activities.
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all of the above are true
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Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is C) Hypnosis is an altered state characterized by narrowed attention and increased openness to suggestion.
Detailed explanation-2: -Hypnosis is a changed state of awareness and increased relaxation that allows for improved focus and concentration. It also is called hypnotherapy. Hypnosis usually is done with the guidance of a health care provider using verbal repetition and mental images. During hypnosis, most people feel calm and relaxed.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hypnosis has been used in the treatment of pain; depression; anxiety and phobias; stress; habit disorders; gastro-intestinal disorders; skin conditions; post-surgical recovery; relief from nausea and vomiting; childbirth; treatment of hemophilia and many other conditions.
Detailed explanation-4: -For example, in a treatment to stop smoking, a hypnosis practitioner might suggest that the patient will no longer find smoking pleasurable or necessary. Hypnosis for a patient with arthritis might include a suggestion that the pain can be turned down like the volume of a radio.
Detailed explanation-5: -Anxiety. Asthma. Chronic pain. Fears and phobias. Smoking. High blood pressure. Insomnia. Panic attacks. More items