The hypnotic state: a psychophysiologic dimension or a useless concept?
Tirone, G.
Minerva Medica 74(37): 2147-2151
1983
ISSN/ISBN: 0026-4806 PMID: 6621911 Document Number: 199674
On the basis of his "cognitive behavioural alternative" view-point Barber has attempted to deny the hypnotic state as a psychophysical dimension necessary for the creation of recognised hypnotic behaviour. After an analysis of the definitions presented by those who believe hypnosis to be a "psychophysical state" and the contrary views of Barber, it is pointed out that both agree on its function, namely (hypnotic behaviour) = f (ideoplastic monoideism). The concept of hypnosis as "a special participatory state" (as defined in 1975), as a psychophysical state of being and acting in which focalised mental activity permits behaviour and experiences impossible in other conditions is therefore thought to be valuable.