Asked by Brandon Provence on May 12, 2024

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​Evidence suggests that those patients MOST likely to receive pain relief through hypnosis are

A) ​men.
B) ​highly suggestible.
C) ​different from those who respond to placebos.
D) ​patients who share all of these characteristics.

Highly Suggestible

Refers to individuals who are more likely to accept and internalize ideas or beliefs presented to them, often easily influenced by others.

Hypnosis

A trance-like mental state of heightened focus and concentration, often used for therapeutic purposes.

Pain Relief

The reduction or removal of physical discomfort through various methods, such as medication, therapy, or surgery.

  • Discern the distinct and shared characteristics of mind-body strategies.
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Maruschka Ollivierre-HigginsMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Highly suggestible patients are most likely to respond to hypnosis for pain relief. There is no evidence indicating that gender influences the effectiveness of hypnosis for pain relief, and those who respond to hypnosis are similar to those who respond to placebos.