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Published on: January 5, 2014
The neural trance: a new look at hypnosis
1College of Physicians & Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA.
Hypnotizability has biological and psychosocial factors. Synchrony suggests psychotherapy, while lack of synchrony indicates medication as primary treatment for hypnosis.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Medical Hypnosis
Background:
- Hypnosis evolved from mystical experiences to a focus on psychological concentration and neuro-physiological circuitry.
- Hypnotizability is understood as a spectrum with integrated biological and psychosocial elements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present data supporting the spectrum nature of hypnotizability.
- To correlate bio-psychosocial synchrony with treatment strategies in hypnosis.
Main Methods:
- Assessment of hypnotizability using the Hypnotic Induction Profile.
- Measurement of biological factors via the Eye-Roll sign.
- Evaluation of psychosocial responsivity.
Main Results:
- Synchrony between bio-psychosocial components (intact flow) indicates psychotherapy as the primary treatment.
- Lack of synchrony (nonintact flow) suggests medication as the primary intervention.
- Different degrees of psychosocial support are recommended based on treatment strategy.
Conclusions:
- Hypnotizability is a spectrum influenced by biological and psychosocial factors.
- Treatment approaches for hypnosis should be tailored to the individual's bio-psychosocial synchrony.
- The Hypnotic Induction Profile and Eye-Roll sign are key indicators for guiding clinical decisions in hypnosis.
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