Imaging The Hypnotized Brain: Neural Mechanisms Of Suggested Par...

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Wed, 06/24/2009 - 23:30

Although there is no doubt that hypnosis can impact the mind and behavior, the underlying brain mechanisms are not well understood.

Now, new research provides fascinating insight into the specific neural effect of the power of suggestion.

A new study uncovers the influence of hypnotic paralysis on brain networks involved in internal representations and self imagery.

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