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self-hypnosis

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self-hypnosis
Etymology: AS, self + Gk, hypnos, sleep
the process of putting oneself into a trancelike state by autosuggestion, such as concentration on a single thought or object. Some subjects are more susceptible than others.

self-hypnosis,
n the process by which patients cause themselves to enter into a state of trance.

self-hypnosis
Psychology The hypnosis of oneself–a modality for which a person can be trained Indications Control of habits, behaviors, pain, smoking, weight; SH can be used to evoke repressed memories, experiences–Freud's 'abreaction'. See Hypnosis.


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Fortunately, there are a myriad of ways to augment your memory using easy mnemonic devices and self-hypnosis and memory enhancement.
You can go to a hypnotherapist practitioner, or you can buy a CD or mp3 that help you with self-hypnosis in your own home.
Medical schools can provide excellent self-hypnosis and training because top caliber psychiatrists and clinical psychologists handle classes.
 
 
 
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