Many Courts Deny the Use of Hypnosis in the Case

question 105

Multiple Choice

Many courts deny the use of hypnosis in the case of dissociative amnesia because of the possibility that:

• A)the individual may not be able to come out of the hypnotic state.
• B)hypnosis will "create" memories through the power of suggestion.
• C)hypnosis can lead to permanent memory loss.
• D)some individuals are not suggestible and cannot be hypnotized.

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Definitions:

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another. This mechanism is thought to be connected to empathy and understanding of others' actions.

Interneurons Neurons

Specialized neurons that serve as the link between sensory neurons and motor neurons, playing a crucial role in reflexes and neural circuits.

Rehearsal Cells

Neurons believed to be involved in the process of mentally rehearsing or practicing actions or thoughts.

Social Contagion

The spread of behaviors, attitudes, or emotions through a group or society via social influence.