With respect to cognitive techniques for reducing pain, focused attention is a key element of both ______.
A) meditation and mindfulness
B) meditation and distraction
C) hypnosis and mindfulness
D) hypnosis and distraction

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Both meditation and mindfulness involve the practice of directing focused attention, which has been shown to be effective in reducing pain perception. Hypnosis and distraction may also be used to reduce pain, but their focus is on diverting attention away from the pain rather than cultivating focused attention.

With Respect to Cognitive Techniques for Reducing Pain, Focused Attention