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Hypnosis
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Definition
: A state of increased receptivity to suggestion and direction, initially induced by the influence of another person.
human only; for animals use ANIMAL HYPNOSIS see IMMOBILITY RESPONSE, TONIC
Examples
Autogenic Training
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Suggestion
Other names
Mesmerism; Hypnoses