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.
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? 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.
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.
Jackie Bisnauthsing What is Hypnosis? Describe the Psychological and Physical Aspects. Discuss the Role of Relaxation in Hypnotherapy. In this essay I am going to discuss the question, “What is Hypnosis” and to do this I will describe some of the history and origins of the phenomenon and the physical and psychological effects hypnosis can have on individuals. I will also discuss the role that relaxation has during the hypnotherapy experience.
“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. 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.
Module 1: From Past to Present “What is Hypnosis? Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy.” (2,054 words) “What is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. Word Count 2,054 During this essay I will be giving an overview of what hypnosis is. Delving into the historical background and how hypnosis has developed and merged into today’s life style. The word hypnosis derived from the Greek, God of Sleep: as described “Hypnosis / hipneusis/ n.1.
A person may experience a sense of strangeness or unreality. They may see themselves or their surroundings in a new way or feel more connected or detached than usual. The person will be more susceptible to suggestions, and may have intensified imagery the way each individual responds will depend on their individuality; their fantasies, experiences, attitudes and their preconceived ideas. A hypnotic experience consists of three components: (1) absorption, focused concentration; (2) dissociation, relative suspension of peripheral environment; and (3) suggestibility, a communication indicating that a person will experience a particular response towards the goal of a therapy. Hypnosis is a particularly suitable intervention for children because in general, children are more susceptible to hypnosis than adults (Wikipedia 2011).
This document will explain the history of hypnosis from the early work of Franz Mesmer through to the more recent work by Milton Erickson and Edmund Jacobson which form much of the usage of hypnosis currently. It will explain the psychological and physical