1. Hypnosis

2. Introduction
Hypnosis
A procedure through which one person uses the power of suggestion to induce changes in thoughts, feelings, sensations, perceptions, or behavior in another person.
How Hypnosis Works
Hypnotic induction
A guided direction of relaxation and openness to suggestion.

3. Theories of Hypnosis Social aspect
Expectations and a desire to be a “good subject” motivate people to respond to the suggestions of the hypnotist

4. Theories of Hypnosis Dissociative Consciousness
People respond to a hypnotist’s suggestions because hypnosis creates a trance-like state that separates the executive control system over other aspects of consciousness.
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5. Facts and Falsehoods Can Anyone Experience Hypnosis?
Postural sway
Susceptibility
(not everyone can be hypnotized)
Can Hypnosis Enhance Recall of Forgotten Events?
Early life events
Court testimony

6. Facts and Falsehoods
Can Hypnosis Force People to Act Against Their Will?
Can Hypnosis Be Therapeutic?
Hypnotherapists
obesity, pain management
not so much with addictions
Posthypnotic suggestion
A suggestion made during hypnosis, to be carried out after the person is no longer hypnotized.

7. Meditation

8. Meditation
Meditation - mental series of exercises meant to refocus attention and achieve a trancelike state of consciousness.

9. Meditation
Concentrative meditation form of meditation in which a person focuses the mind on some repetitive or unchanging stimulus so that the mind can be cleared of disturbing thoughts and the body can experience relaxation. (progressive relaxation)

10. Meditation
Receptive meditation - form of meditation in which a person attempts to become aware of everything in immediate conscious experience, or an expansion of consciousness.

11. Meditation and your brain