Some researchers suggest that people become hypnotized because they want to and they have an expectation that it will work. These researchers are supporting the _____

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The sociocognitive theory of hypnosis proposes that people become hypnotized because they expect and want to be. It suggests that hypnosis is not a unique state of consciousness, but rather a result of social and cognitive factors, such as the expectations and beliefs of the individual and the influence of the hypnotist. The other answer choices refer to different theories of hypnosis that do not specifically focus on the role of expectation and motivation in hypnosis.

Some Researchers Suggest That People Become Hypnotized Because They Want