Despite more than two centuries of having tacitly recognized its enormous potential utility, the phenomenon of hypnosis has always been commonly regarded with outright Fear and Loathing. How is it possible that something as beneficial to humanity as hypnosis ever came to be viewed in such a horrible manner? I intend to show that the history of hypnotism provides us with the clue to this unfortunate legacy; and I've neither spared anyone's feelings nor pulled any punches in this quest to reveal the shamefully appalling level of incompetence and ignorance that has characterized the (mis)use of this phenomenon since its discovery by Mesmer more than two hundred years ago.
Despite more than two centuries of having tacitly recognized its enormous potential utility, the phenomenon of hypnosis has always been commonly regarded with outright Fear and Loathing. How is it possible that something as beneficial to humanity as hypnosis ever came to be viewed in such a horrible manner? I intend to show that the history of hypnotism provides us with the clue to this unfortunate legacy; and I've neither spared anyone's feelings nor pulled any punches in this quest to reveal the shamefully appalling level of incompetence and ignorance that has characterized the (mis)use of this phenomenon since its discovery by Mesmer more than two hundred years ago.
This unique book offers a comprehensive overview of the history of psychotherapy. The first of two volumes, it traces the roots of psychotherapy in ancient times, through the influence of Freud and Jung up to the events following World War II. The book shows how the history of psychotherapy has evolved over time through different branches and examines the offshoots as they develop. Each part of the book represents a significant period of time or a decade of the 20th century and provides a detailed overview of all significant movements within the history of psychology. The book also shows connections with history and contextualizes each therapeutic paradigm so it can be better understood in a broader social context. The book is the first of its kind to show the parallel evolution of different theories in psychotherapy. It will be essential reading for researchers and students in the fields of clinical psychology, psychotherapy, psychiatry, the history of medicine and psychology.
Dr. Gauld has written a detailed and scholarly history of the phenomena, practice, and theory of mesmerism, hypnotism, and multiple personality disorders. The book traces the development of mesmerism and hypnotism and those who were influential in its use and acceptance as a scientific method.
In line with the British Psychological Society's recent recommendations for teaching the history of psychology, this comprehensive undergraduate textbook emphasizes the philosophical, cultural and social elements that influenced psychology's development. The authors demonstrate that psychology is both a human (i.e. psychoanalytic or phenomenological) and natural (i.e. cognitive) science, exploring broad social-historical and philosophical themes such as the role of diverse cultures and women in psychology, and the complex relationship between objectivity and subjectivity in the development of psychological knowledge. The result is a fresh and balanced perspective on what has traditionally been viewed as the collected achievements of a few 'great men'. With a variety of learning features, including case studies, study questions, thought experiments and a glossary, this new textbook encourages students to critically engage with chapter material and analyze themes and topics within a social, historical and philosophical framework.
since the first International Congress for Experimental and Therapeutic Hypnotism in Paris in 1889, there have been several per iods of widespread interest in hypnosis among the professions as well as the lay public, followed by periods of profound neglect. Since the end of World War II, however, we have witnessed not only a strong resurgence of interest in hypnosis throughout the world but also the gradual development of the kind of infrastructure which a field requires to survive and prosper. The burgeoning clinical literature has been matched by a dramatic increase in the amount of systematic research carried out in a wide range of institu tions throughout the world. A tradition of triennial major world congresses has been established, beginning with the 3rd International Congress for Hypnosis and Psychosomatic Medicine in Paris in 1965. These meetings, encouraged and sponsored by the International Society of Hypnosis and its predecessor, the International Society of Clini cal and Experimental Hypnosis, are sponsored by universities and provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among scientists and clinicians throughout the world.
A history of German film dealing with individual films as works of art has long been needed. Existing histories tend to treat cinema as an economic rather than an aesthetic phenomenon; earlier surveys that do engage with individual films do not include films of recent decades. This book treats representative films from the beginnings of German film to the present. Providing historical context through an introduction and interchapters preceding the treatments of each era's films, the volume is suitable for semester- or year-long survey courses and for anyone with an interest in German cinema. The films: The Student of Prague - The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari - The Last Laugh - Metropolis - The Blue Angel - M - Triumph of the Will - The Great Love - The Murderers Are among Us - Sun Seekers - Trace of Stones - The Legend of Paul and Paula - Solo Sunny - The Bridge - Young T rless - Aguirre, The Wrath of God - Germany in Autumn - The Marriage of Maria Braun - The Tin Drum - Marianne and Juliane - Wings of Desire - Maybe, Maybe Not - Rossini - Run Lola Run - Good Bye Lenin - Head On - The Lives of Others Stephen Brockmann is Professor of German at Carnegie Mellon University and past President of the German Studies Assocation.
"The fourth edition of Michael Yapko's classic text, Trancework, continues to be the comprehensive guide for learning the fundamental skills of clinical hypnosis. This new edition not only accommodates new studies and topics that have attained a level of importance worthy of their inclusion, but also contains five new chapters on topics such as mind-body therapy, positive psychology, and pediatric hypnosis"--
CONFESSIONS OF A HYPNOTIST by Top Television & Media Hypnotist and International Celebrity Mind Therapist Dr. Jonathan Royle BSc is subtitled: "Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Hypnosis But Were Afraid to Ask" and the title pretty much says it all. For many years now most Industry Experts have regarded "Hypnotherapy" by Dave Elman as the Handbook for Hypnotherapists and anything by Ormond McGill as must study reading for Stage Hypnotists, However at long last that has all now changed with the release of "Confessions of a Hypnotist" by Dr. Jonathan Royle - BSc This encyclopaedic course available in both Hard Back and Paper Back formats is an amazing compilation of many of Royles Ebooks including "The Professional Art of Stage Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy & Complete Mind Therapy" - "The Lazy Mans Guide To Stage Hypnotism" "Make A Million From Hypnotherapy" "Hypnotising Animals for Fun and Profits" "Hypno-Tricks How To Be an Instant Hypnotist" "Theres No Such Thing As Hypnosis" and many others! Not only have all of Royle's previous works been compiled into one volume, but all of the information has been completely updated and extensively added to making this without doubt the most comprehensive Home Study Training Course on all areas of the Hypnotic Industry ever written or released to the general public. Indeed many of the Secrets, Ploys, Methods & techniques revealed within the pages of this course have never appeared in print or any other form of training course before, indeed they have been jealously guarded by the Most Successful hypnotists for years, but here for the first time Royle has decided to lift the lid and reveal the True Secrets of Hypnotic Success which can change your life and your clients life forever! To detail all of the mind-blowing secrets, ploys. And tried, tested and proven to work in the real world of Hypnosis & NLP techniques that this combined course contains would take hours, so here are just a few brief examples of the contents: A brief example of the Hypnotherapy, NLP & CMT Contents: What hypnosis is about and how it works. * How the human mind works. * Rapport, observation, recognition, and leadership skills. * Principles of verbal, physical and reverse psychology. * Hypnotherapy, Advanced Hypnotherapy, Hypno-Analysis and Creative Visualisation. * Inductions for the consulting room * Standard phrases for hypnotic inductions and how to deepen the hypnotic trance. * How to identify the trance states and awaken clients. * How to deal with abreaction's and hard to awaken subjects. * Hypnotherapy scripts for stopping smoking, weight loss, skin problems, and confidence building. * Psychotherapy and how to tackle advanced problems such as acute depression and sexual problems. * The use of hypnosis for past life regression. * Shortcuts to alternative medicine. * How to increase your hypnotherapy business and income. * How to earn money from stress management and motivational training. * The Fast Phobia Cure Treatment Known as Neuro Associative Conditioning (NAC) * The Complete Mind Therapy (CMT) session structure. Many people have gone on to become successful hypnotherapists after taking this course. Take this opportunity and you too can enter this wonderful and rewarding occupation. "Thanks for the training, which was excellent value for money and has provided me with a career for life which I enjoy immensely!" Bill Graham www.hypnosis4u.co.uk A brief breakdown of the Stage Hypnotism Methods taught: What hypnosis is about and how it works. * How the human mind works. * Rapport, observation, recognition, and leadership skills. * Principles of verbal, physical and reverse psychology. * Seven different suggestibility tests to use before hypnosis. * Over thirty different induction methods and techniques to hypnotize people. * How to create your own hypnotic inductions. * Standard phrases which hypnotists use. * Standard
