Hypnotic Induction: Perspectives, Strategies and Concerns Contributor(s): Kumar, V. K. (Editor), Lankton, Stephen R. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1138104566 ISBN-13: 9781138104563 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $168.30 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2017 |
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BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Hypnotism - Psychology | Mental Health |
Physical Information: 134 pages |
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Publisher Description: The age-old notion of 'hypnotic induction' receives a fresh look from notable scholars from Canada, England, Sweden, and the USA in this book. These scholars represent a breadth of theoretical perspectives: cognitive-behavioral, Ericksonian, psychoanalytic, and trance-state. It is well known that a wide range of hypnotic induction protocols is used to prepare individuals to enhance their receptivity to test or clinical suggestions. However, despite its popularity of use, it appears that little is known about its relevancy and boundary conditions either for testing for hypnotisability or for enhancing clinical efficacy. In this volume, the authors reflect on issues surrounding its definitions, relevancy, possible components, and approaches; they also suggest considerations and strategies for optimizing inductions. This book will be of benefit to both newcomers to the field and seasoned researchers and clinicians alike - it can stimulate new thinking and research about this important, but often taken for granted, notion of hypnotic induction. This book was originally published as a special issue of the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis. |