Scientific investigation of hypnotic phenomena, including susceptibility factors, neural mechanisms, therapeutic applications, and theoretical understanding of consciousness.
Example: Studies using brain imaging to understand neural changes during hypnosis, or controlled trials testing hypnotic interventions for pain management and anxiety.
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