Which Statement About Hypnosis Is FALSE

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which statement about hypnosis is FALSE?

• A) Research strongly supports the use of hypnosis to treat many types of problems.
• B) Hypnosis can be used to enhance performance in sports.
• C) The best evidence for hypnosis is in the treatment of pain and smoking.
• D) Hypnosis has been used to treat depression disorders such as phobias and depression.

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