For many, the very word conjures up mystical-like behavior. Once voluntary and under the control of the individual, behavior becomes involuntary and under the control of the hypnotist. Seemingly, the ...

Hypnosis has been around for centuries. The earliest references to hypnosis date back to ancient Egypt and Greece. In Greek, the word “Hypnos” refers to the god of sleep. As time went on and into the ...

Self-hypnosis is a process that involves using certain techniques to enter a hypnotic state. While in a state of intense relaxation, people often try to visualize certain goals. Self-hypnosis has its ...

Contrary to what is portrayed commonly in the entertainment industry, hypnosis is not a tool for kidnapping or mind control. It is not practiced by snakes or evil-doers. It is not facilitated by ...

If you’ve ever been hypnotised, or met someone who has been, you may be aware of some of the symptoms that people might experience during hypnosis—including sound and time distortion; feelings of ...

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