Consciousness and Hypnosis

These flashcards cover key concepts related to consciousness and hypnosis, including definitions, theories, and examples.

Consciousness

Our awareness of ourselves and our environment.

Dual Processing

A principle stating that our minds operate on two levels: conscious and unconscious.

Hypnosis

A social interaction where one person responds to the suggestions of another, typically a hypnotist.

Posthypnotic Suggestions

Suggestions made during a hypnosis session that are intended to be carried out after the subject is no longer hypnotized.

Social Phenomenon

A theory suggesting that hypnosis is influenced by social factors and the roles individuals play.

Divided Consciousness Theory

The idea that hypnosis can create a split in consciousness, allowing some thoughts and behaviors to occur simultaneously.

Dissociation

A split in consciousness that permits some thoughts and behaviors to occur simultaneously with others.

Heightened Suggestibility

An increased likelihood of responding to suggestions during hypnosis.

Hypnotically Refreshed Memories

Memories that a person believes to be true but are actually fabricated by the hypnotist.

Mind-Body Separation

A phenomenon where the mind and body seem to operate independently, exemplified by actions like daydreaming while listening to a lecture.

Social Influence Theory

A theory positing that individuals will act according to the expectations of their social roles while hypnotized.

Pain Relief through Hypnosis

The use of hypnosis to alleviate pain by suppressing brain activity related to pain perception.

Post Hypnotic Amnesia

Brain waves slow down during hypnosis which is an altered state of conciousness (because our brain waves change) and we could be so relaxed we dont remember things