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A Otani

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PubMed1992

The dialogue technique of hypnotic induction.

In this paper we describe a technique of hypnotic induction, using a dialogue between two hypnotists. It combines, in principle, the utilization of the patient's unconscious resources (utilization principle) and verbal confusion (confusion principle) to evoke hypnotic responses. The process of the trance induction in the dialogue technique comprises four major stages: (1) preinduction verbal set, (2) unconscious access and utilization, (3) trance ratification and deepening, and (4) trance termination. Clinical experience suggests that the dialogue technique can "mask" the effect of confusion and produce trance states "spontaneously" for patients. Following the theoretical and methodological description of the technique, we also discuss appropriate clinical applications and a case example using the dialogue technique.

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PubMed1991

Contextual roles in clinical hypnosis and hypnotherapy: theory and applications.

Context is a cognitive psychological term that has relevance to hypnosis and hypnotherapy. This paper has three purposes: (a) to review five major characteristics of contexts in light of contemporary experimental cognitive psychological findings, (b) to examine the role of contexts in hypnosis theories, and (c) to discuss applications of contexts in clinical situations. As a heuristic concept, the contextual theory can offer new insights into the understanding of various hypnotherapeutic techniques. Clinicians are encouraged to understand and apply contextual functions to their practice of hypnotherapy.

Cognition↗
PubMed1990

Characteristics of change in Ericksonian hypnotherapy: a cognitive-psychological perspective.

Milton H. Erickson's approach to hypnosis and psychotherapy has established itself as a therapeutic paradigm in recent years. As its popularity grows, however, myths and misconceptions about his approach have also emerged. Some of them claim falsely that Erickson's therapy consists of nothing more than a set of quick, symptom-management formulae. To understand Erickson's hypnotic psychotherapy in a proper context, a systematic review is warranted. In this article I have examined, from a cognitive-psychological perspective, four of the major characteristics of therapeutic change underlying Erickson's work: (a) self-efficacy, (b) spontaneous compliance, (c) cognitive/experiential reorganization, and (d) global distribution of information. Drawing on Erickson's original writing, this paper integrates his published cases into an existing theoretical and empirical framework. Clinical implications are also discussed.

Combined Modality Therapy↗
PubMed1989

The confusion technique untangled: its theoretical rationale and preliminary classification.

This article examines the historical development of Milton H. Erickson's theoretical approach to hypnosis using confusion. Review of the literature suggests that the Confusion Technique, in principle, consists of a two-stage "confusion-restructuring" process. The article also attempts to categorize several examples of confusion suggestions by seven linguistic characteristics: (1) antonyms, (2) homonyms, (3) synonyms, (4) elaboration, (5) interruption, (6) echoing, and (7) uncommon words. The Confusion Technique is an important yet little studied strategy developed by Erickson. More work is urged to investigate its nature and properties.

Cognition Disorders↗
PubMed1977

Leukocyte chemotaxis: a new in vivo testing technique.

A new and sensitive technique is introduced for evaluating in vivo leukocyte chemotaxis. A small, disposable plastic chamber is used for holding the test solution, and an electric ink eraser for controlled abrasion of the skin test site. Another innovation is the use of capturing micropore membranes that, when placed between the test solution and the skin, collect cells for a permanent record. The small size of the chamber, the ease of application and immobilization, and the short time needed for cell collection permit experimentation with laboratory animals as well as with human volunteers. The accumulation of leukocytes in the chambers containing previously frozen or complement-activated autologous serum was 20 to 40-fold greater than in buffer controls after 3 h. Cell counts of approximately (1--2) x 10(3) leukocytes per mm3 were obtained in 3 h when serum diluted 1:1 with Hank's solution was applied to human or rabbit skin. Although predominantly polymorphonuclear leukocytes were detected in the chambers after just 3 h, prolonged incubations of 6--12 h found mononuclear cells also invading the chambers. These results clearly simulate the sequences of cellular emigration commonly observed in local inflammation.

Animals↗
PubMed1977

Lupus erythematosus hypertrophicus et profundus.

A patient with a sudden onset of severe lupus erythematosus hypertrophicus et profundus was noted to have extensive serological abnormalities; in addition to antinuclear antibody, leukopenia, anaemia, decreased serum complement, abnormal renal function, and positive immunofluorescence, she also had antibodies against clotting factors.

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