Asked by Ashley Farmer on Jul 29, 2024
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What is known about the relationship between hypnosis and memory?
A) Hypnosis improves memory, but only for remote events.
B) Hypnosis makes people more suggestible, and thus, in some instances, more likely to make memory errors.
C) Hypnosis increases memory for the context of learning, and thus leads to more accurate remembering of both recent and remote events.
D) Hypnosis is particularly useful in cases of eyewitness testimony.
Memory Errors
Mistakes or distortions in the recall of experiences or information, which can occur due to various cognitive and emotional factors.
Hypnosis
A trance-like mental state of heightened focus and concentration, induced by suggestion, used therapeutically to modify behaviors, perceptions, or psychological states.
Suggestible
Easily influenced or inclined to accept and act on the suggestions of others.
- Determine the elements that influence susceptibility to hypnosis and assess its impact on memory and suggestibility.
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HB
HANNAH BANGERTJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Hypnosis can make people more suggestible and susceptible to memory errors, particularly when false suggestions are given during the hypnotic state. This is why hypnosis is not a reliable method for retrieving accurate memories, particularly for legal or investigative purposes.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the elements that influence susceptibility to hypnosis and assess its impact on memory and suggestibility.