Test Your Knowledge About Hypnosis And Find Out Some Interesting Facts
Test your knowledge about Hypnosis and find out some interesting facts
- 1.
Which method is most often employed by modern psychiatrists who use hypnosis during therapy?
- A.
Fixed eye gaze
- B.
Progressive relaxation
- C.
Rapid induction
- D.
Switch balance method
Correct Answer
B. Progressive relaxationExplanation
Most psychiatrists use a gradual, progressive, approach when inducing hypnosis, easing the subject into a relaxed, suggestible state. The original fixed-eye method -- for example, swinging a shiny object in front of the patient -- is not effective for the majority of people.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The term "hypnosis" is derived from the Greek word for _______.
- A.
Abnormal
- B.
Power
- C.
Sleep
- D.
Trance
Correct Answer
C. SleepExplanation
"Hypnosis" comes from the Greek "Hypnos," the Greek god of sleep. It replaced the original term "mesmerize" during the nineteenth century. The latter derived from Franz Mesmer, who promoted the technique during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following characteristics can indicate someone who is likely to be successfully hypnotized?
- A.
Ability to shut out distractions while reading
- B.
Adventurous
- C.
Capacity to be hyper-aware of surroundings
- D.
Sleep-deprived
Correct Answer
A. Ability to shut out distractions while readingExplanation
According to the Mayo Clinic, someone who can become lost in a book, movie or piece of music may be a good candidate for hypnotism. In addition, if your sense of smell is closely linked to your memories, hypnosis will likely work for you.Rate this question:
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- 4.
During hypnosis, which part of the mind seems to be taking the lead?
- A.
Conscious
- B.
Right-Brain
- C.
Subconscious
- D.
Left-Brain
Correct Answer
C. SubconsciousExplanation
Although the conscious mind is still working, the subconscious mind seems to be most active when a person is being hypnotized.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In which area is there clinical evidence indicating the successful use of hypnosis with children?
- A.
Asthma
- B.
Painful procedures
- C.
Sleep terrors and nightmares
- D.
Swallowing problems
Correct Answer
B. Painful proceduresExplanation
Research indicates the use of hypnosis to help children endure painful medical procedures (e.g., shots, spinal taps, bone marrow collection) has a high success rate. Using hypnosis to treat asthma and sleep and swallowing issues has shown improvement only in case studies, no clinical evidence has been gathered thus far.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following appears to be suspended while under hypnosis?
- A.
Inhibitions
- B.
Morality
- C.
Self-protection
- D.
Use of your 5 senses
Correct Answer
A. InhibitionsExplanation
People often tend to drop their inhibitions while under hypnosis. But they cannot be forced to do something they don't want to do.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How old Hypnosis is?
- A.
Since Ancient Civilization
- B.
Introduced in 14th Century
- C.
Introduced in 17th Century
- D.
Introduced in 20th Century
Correct Answer
A. Since Ancient CivilizationExplanation
The Ancient Greek, Hindu and Chinese have used hypnosis for surgical preparation, hypno-healing etc. References to it can be found in the Bible.Hieroglyphics found on Egyptian tombs are believed to be 3000 BC old.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What percentage of people can be hypnotized at some level?
- A.
10 percent
- B.
30 percent
- C.
60 percent
- D.
90 percent
Correct Answer
D. 90 percentExplanation
Although 90 percent of the general public can be hypnotized BY A PROFESSIONAL, people have varying levels of suggestibility.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the most common myth of being Hypnotized?
- A.
The hypnotist will be able to control my mind and find out my secrets
- B.
The hypnotist can hypnotize me against my will
- C.
If I go into deep hypnosis it might be hard to wake up
- D.
Not everyone can be hypnotized
Correct Answer
C. If I go into deep hypnosis it might be hard to wake upExplanation
These are ALL myths
Most commonly people think they might get 'stuck' hypnotized. This is false because hypnosis takes focus and concentration, you may fall asleep but you can not get 'stuck'. You will always be in control, the hypnotist is only guiding you. Everyone experiences hypnosis several times a day. Whether or not a professional can hypnotize you depends on your willingness and belief in the process.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following is a characteristic of being under hypnosis?
- A.
Being under another person's control
- B.
Having free will
- C.
Being partially asleep
- D.
Being unaware of what's going on around you
Correct Answer
B. Having free willExplanation
Contrary to the stereotype, a person who is hypnotized has free will and is not under the hypnotist's control.Rate this question:
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