The role theory of hypnosis states that a hypnotized person is not actually in an alternate state of consciousness but is playing the role of being hypnotized, which includes complying with the instructions of the hypnotist.
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State Theory
The state theory of hypnosis describes hypnosis as an altered state of consciousness. According to this theory, real, significant changes in basic mental processes take place during hypnosis.
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Dissociaton Theory
The dissociation theory of hypnosis contends that hypnosis is a splitting of the central control of thought processes and behavior with the hypnotized person agreeing to give some of the control to the hypnotist.Dissociation theory states that hypnosis causes a person to actively or voluntarily split their consciousness.
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Neo Dissociaton Theory
The American psychologist, Ernest Hilgard, was known for his theory that a so-called hidden observer is created in the mind while hypnosis is taking, an idea in support of his neodissociationist theory of hypnotism.
Hilgard aruges that cognition involves multiple system of control which are not all conscious at the same time. These system are controlled and motivated by central executive ego