Hypnosis was derived from the Greek word “hypnos” meaning sleep. Individuals induced into the hypnotic state display trance-like behavior. This trance-like behavior has been used negatively in science fiction movies and other media. They portray ...

What is hypnosis? The dictionary defines hypnosis as an artificially induced state of mind that resembles sleep. An individual under this state of mind is usually receptive to suggestions and ideas. It is a special ...