Hypnotizability

Hypnotic techniques can be used on all employees, to the extent that rank in the organization is equivalent to hypnotizability (according to the Stanford scale *). ❋ Unknown (2007)

"This theory, which explains hypnotizability so well, might explain mystical states, too," says Michael Shermer, director of the Skeptics Society, which debunks paranormal phenomena. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Charcot would ultimately come to believe that vulnerability to hysteria was the same thing as hypnotizability, which meant that a person had to be neurotic or at least have neurotic tendencies in order to be hypnotized. ❋ STANLEY COREN (2002)

Effects of hypnotic analgesia and hypnotizability on experimental ischemic pain. ❋ Dr. Kenneth R. Pelletier (2000)

Individuals vary greatly in their hypnotizability. ❋ Dr. Kenneth R. Pelletier (2000)

It is most interesting in view of the "new" doctrine of the suggestibility or hypnotizability of ghosts. ❋ Unknown (1916)

An individual's level of hypnotizability is determined by a series of tests, starting with an 'induction ritual' in which a series of relaxations of the muscles and mind is performed. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

One of the most important variables in hypnotizability is the age of the subject. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

While the qualities discussed so far are traits that an individual is categorized by in outside situations, an individual's views on hypnosis and processes of thinking on the day of hypnosis influence hypnotizability as well. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

While extensive training usually enables any individual to become influenced by hypnosis (2,4), the range of hypnotizability in the public follows a general bell curve format. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

What mental traits cause one person to have a higher hypnotizability than another? ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

Cognitive differences in individuals also have a role in hypnotizability. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

While age is the clearest factor in determining hypnotizability, natural traits in an individual relating to imagination are significant reasons as well. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)

A heightened sense of imagination, a tendency to daydream, the ability to deeply concentrate, and having an open mind all contribute to an increase in hypnotizability. ❋ Lauren McD (2010)