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Few terms possess the magnetic allure of hypnosis. It instantly evokes images of powerful, altered states of consciousness. Yet, despite its widespread recognition, considerable confusion remains ...

A new brain-scan investigation indicates that one type of hypnotic suggestion may literally change the way people see the world. A group led by Amir Raz of Columbia University studied 16 adults, ages ...

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)-- Hypnosis has taken on a new focus. More and more parents are now putting their kids under a hypnotic trance, but some say the practice may be going too far. Eric Ferrer-Alfaro, ...

Hypnotherapy is one creative way to keep those new year’s resolutions. This month, the Irvine Barclay Theater is using hypnosis as a way to entertain theater-goers too. “Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis” ...