What Happens to One's Susceptibility to Hypnosis as They Age

question 103

Multiple Choice

What happens to one's susceptibility to hypnosis as they age?

• A) It continues to change until late adulthood.
• B) Susceptibility decreases through midlife and then it increases.
• C) Remains stable across the lifetime.
• D) Susceptibility increases through midlife and then it decreases.

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Definitions:

Internals

Individuals who believe they can control their lives and outcomes through their own efforts, reflecting an internal locus of control.

Coronary-prone Behavior Patterns

Personality traits and behaviors, such as hostility and urgency, which have been linked to an increased risk of heart disease.

Self-efficacy Expectations

The belief in one's ability to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments, influencing how one feels, thinks, and acts.

Psychological Hardiness

A personality trait characterized by resilience and the ability to endure stressful situations, often associated with a positive outlook in challenging conditions.