Psychology Chapter 3 Hypnosis Flashcards

Hypnosis

• Hypnosis involves a hypnotist suggesting perceptions, feelings, thoughts, or behaviors to a subject.
• Anyone can experience hypnosis as all individuals are generally open to suggestion.
• Hypnotically refreshed memories may mix factual events with fabricated details.
• Hypnosis can lead individuals to act against their will.

Healing and Pain Relief through Hypnosis

• Hypnosis has been shown to relieve pain and aid healing, effectively reducing conditions like headaches and asthma through posthypnotic suggestions.
• Heightened suggestibility is a feature of hypnosis.

Theories of Hypnosis

• Two main explanations for hypnosis: as a social phenomenon or as a form of divided consciousness.

Definitions Related to Hypnosis

• Posthypnotic Suggestion: Suggestions during hypnosis to be enacted after exiting the hypnotic state, used for controlling symptoms and behaviors.
• Dissociation: A cognitive split allowing simultaneous thoughts and actions, exemplified by doodling during a lecture.

Psychoactive Drugs

• Psychoactive Drug: Chemicals that alter mood and perception.
• Tolerance: Reduced effects of a drug with regular use, necessitating higher doses for the same effect.
• Addiction: Compulsive drug use despite negative consequences.
• Withdrawal: Discomfort following the cessation of an addictive substance.
• Physical Dependence: Physiological need for a drug characterized by withdrawal symptoms.
• Psychological Dependence: Emotional need for a drug, often to alleviate negative feelings.

Types of Drugs

• Depressants: Substances like alcohol and opiates that slow neural activity and body functions.
  • Alcohol and other depressants can impair memory, reduce self-awareness and self-control.
• Barbiturates: Drugs that depress nervous system activity, alleviating anxiety but affecting memory and judgment.
• Opiates: Opium-derived drugs that reduce pain and anxiety by depressing neural functions.
• Stimulants: Drugs such as caffeine and nicotine that enhance neural activity and increase body functions.
  • Stimulants are associated with heightened energy and self-confidence.

Drug Mechanisms and Effects

• Some drugs block neurotransmitter reuptake, affecting mood and perception.
• Coca-Cola initially contained cocaine from coca plant extract, which contributed to its appeal.
• Methamphetamine: A potent stimulant that leads to increased energy and mood fluctuations while decreasing dopamine levels.
• LSD: A powerful hallucinogenic drug, also known as acid.
• Hallucinogens: Psychedelic drugs that alter perception and consciousness, exemplified by LSD.

Influences on Drug Use

• Drug usage is influenced by various factors, including peer pressure, genetic predispositions (epigenetics), and environmental factors.

Test your knowledge on hypnosis with this set of flashcards from Psychology Chapter Three. Explore key definitions and concepts related to hypnotic phenomena and its effects on perception and behavior. Ideal for students looking to deepen their understanding of this fascinating topic.