A Hypnotist Is Putting on a Demonstration,and Your Friend Benjamin

question 157

Multiple Choice

A hypnotist is putting on a demonstration,and your friend Benjamin is thinking about volunteering.However,he is a little nervous because he is afraid he might do things while he is hypnotized that he would normally not do.Based on research into the effects of hypnosis,you should tell Benjamin

• A) people will never do things under hypnosis that they would normally consider unacceptable.
• B) people will often do things under hypnosis that they would normally consider unacceptable.
• C) sometimes people will do things under hypnosis that they would normally consider unacceptable.
• D) hypnosis doesn't really work, so he shouldn't bother volunteering.

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Definitions:

Psychopathy

A disorder of the personality typified by ongoing antisocial actions, a lack of empathy and regret, along with daring, unrestrained, and self-centered characteristics.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A psychological state where an individual persistently disregards moral standards and is indifferent to the rights and emotions of other people.

Antipsychotic Drugs

Medications used to treat psychiatric conditions by altering dopamine levels in the brain, commonly prescribed for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.