How would the dissociative theory of hypnosis and the response set theory of hypnosis account for the successful implementation of hypnotic pain relief suggestions?

What will be an ideal response?


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?Sample Answer - The dissociation theory of hypnosis proposes that under hypnosis, consciousness alters into two states: one that is a suggestible state and the other state a hidden observer. The response set theory of hypnosis maintains hypnosis is not an altered state of consciousness, but rather a state of willing participation. Regarding pain relief, hypnosis is thought to change the personal perception of pain and/or have people distract themselves from pain by focusing on things which are pain-free/pleasing. According to dissociation theory, pain-relief would come from splitting into a suggestible distracting/relaxing stage while maintaining a more distant awareness. Response set theory maintains pain-relief results from going along with the hypnotists suggestions and there is no actual alteration of the conscious mind.

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