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Direct linkLynn, Steven Jay; Kirsch, Irving; Terhune, Devin B.; Green, Joseph P. – Applied Cognitive Psychology, 2020
We present 21 prominent myths and misconceptions about hypnosis in order to promulgate accurate information and to highlight questions for future research. We argue that these myths and misconceptions have (a) fostered a skewed and stereotyped view of hypnosis among the lay public, (b) discouraged participant involvement in potentially helpful…
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Hypnosis, Accuracy, Information Sources
Perfect, Michelle M.; McClung, Ashley A.; Bressette, Keri A. – Communique, 2013
Clinical hypnosis, defined as a "therapeutic technique in which clinicians make suggestions to individuals who have undergone a procedure designed to relax them and focus their minds" (American Psychological Association, n.d.), is a relaxation-based tool that has uses in the treatment of anxiety, pain, and a range of stress-related…
Descriptors: Hypnosis, Misconceptions, Relaxation Training, Therapy
Scoboria, Alan; Mazzoni, Giuliana; Kirsch, Irving – Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied, 2008
"Don't know" (DK) responses to interview questions are conceptually heterogeneous, and may represent uncertainty or clear statements about the contents of memory. A study examined the subjective intent of DK responses in relation to the objective status of information queried, in the context of memory distorting procedures. Participants…
Descriptors: Memory, Interviews, Questioning Techniques, Response Style (Tests)
