The experience of hypnosis can be very different due to the needs of the individual, whether they are physical or psychological. Hypnosis is started with a hypnotic induction that sometimes will include a Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) technique, which we will look at later in the essay. The induction process will include instructions and suggestions. (Heap & Dryden) The person will then move into a trance like state, which will result in the person having a focused state of attention. Within the literature the use of the conscious mind in hypnosis is used to describe the state of the mind at a given time.
What Is Hypnosis? Was the question I was asked for my 1st essay in Hypnotherapy Hypnosis is a state of mind brought about by the use of a set of techniques. It enlightens an individual’s concentration and increases their responsiveness to suggestion which enables the individual to make changes that they wish to make to their behaviours or their physical state. Hypnosis is a means of communication between the conscious mind and the subconscious mind. It is a natural state of mind experienced as trance.
“What is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. Within this essay I will seek to answer the question “What is Hypnosis?”. Historical consideration will be given to the art of Hypnosis with a view to considering how hypnosis is used within society today. The psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis will be described and I will reflect on the interconnectedness of both aspects in considering the full benefits of hypnosis within a therapeutic context. The role of relaxation in hypnotherapy will be discussed.
‘What Is Hypnosis? Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy.’ Introduction The purpose of this essay is to answer the question ‘What Is Hypnosis? Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy.’ Hypnosis is defined as ‘an artificially induced trance state resembling sleep, which is characterised by heightened susceptibility to suggestion’. However, not all hypnotherapists would agree with this definition because a ‘hypnotic state’ is actually a human trait which everyone experiences. Our mind can drift from an alert state into a different level of consciousness when we do something in automatic mode for example, walking, driving and daydreaming.
Appendix 1 – EEG Brain Frequency Chart shows the four main types of brain waves that relate to the different stages of relaxation from the beta waves of the conscious mind, processing to the alpha waves as the individual starts to relax, moving towards theta waves that are generated during a deep trance with access to the unconscious mind and finally delta waves which are produced during dreamless sleep or heavy trance with loss of body awareness. During hypnosis, it can be seen that the different cortex of the brain behave differently. This leads to a reduction in activity in the left side of the cerebral cortex, known for its control, and an increase in activity on the right hand side, this side is more recognised for its creativity. As there are 10 times as many nerve bundles from the brain to the sensor organs than there are from the sensory organs to the brain, it is quite possible for the brain to make the sensory organs see, hear, taste and feel something that doesn’t exist. Therefore it is hypnotically possible to believe something that is not true as at the time it appears true (Appendix 2 – Hypnosis and
“What is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. (2121 words) In order to understand what hypnosis is I will start at the beginning, looking at the history of hypnosis and the different ideas and developments since the early 1700’s to present day. Including Franz Anton Mesmer who became known as the Grandfather of hypnosis. Having looked at the history of hypnosis, I will go onto look at the psychological and physical aspects of hypnotherapy and the different brain waves that occur during hypnosis that indicate the level of hypnosis the patient is under and their state of mind. Then I will look at the place of relaxation in hypnotherapy today and why it is important and discuss a vehicle to travel to this mental state, with progressive muscle relaxation.
“What is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. In this essay I am going to begin by answering the question of “what is Hypnosis?” by using a brief history of hypnosis to aid in this. Following on from this, I will describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis. Finally I will be discussing the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy and concluding this essay. Answering the question of ‘what is hypnosis’ is not a straight-forward task.
2248 words What Is Hypnosis? 1 This essay will attempt to explain what hypnosis is by discussing the technical processes used and some physical and psychological changes that occur to a subject when they are hypnotised. Some common myths and truths surrounding hypnosis will be explored as well as a brief history of hypnosis being told, including how it started and developed into a professional therapy that is used today. The potential for hypnotherapy to alleviate illness, change behaviour and work as a mind and body inclusive therapeutic treatment will be explored. Where hypnosis, as an alternative therapy stands with gaining acceptance from the medical model and it being offered as an NHS treatment will be discussed.
“What Is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. Introduction In order to answer the question “what is hypnosis?” I start by looking at the history of hypnosis and have selected some key figures in the story of hypnosis and given a brief overview of their beliefs and development. I have also sourced some quotations and definitions. I have also explored the physical and psychological aspects of hypnosis, firstly by looking at the four different brainwaves Beta, Alpha, Theta and Delta and how the emphasis alters between the conscious and subconscious mind. For the physical aspects I will discuss the work of Edmund Jacobson and the progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) technique.
Assignment 1 “What is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. I am going to answer this question in sections: 1. What is hypnosis? 2. The psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis.