Hypnosis is a procedure in which a practitioner suggests changes in the sensation or behaviour of the subject, who cooperates by altering cognitive functioning in accordance with the suggestions. While there are claims of age regressions and improvements in memory accuracy, these claims are not supported by empirical evidence and are considered controversial. Additionally, the Canadian Psychological Association does not recommend the use of hypnosis to refresh eyewitness testimony in a court of law.

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Hypnosis

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Hypnosis:

A) increases the overall accuracy of the subject's memories because individuals do not confabulate when hypnotized.
B) is a procedure in which a practitioner suggests changes in the sensation or behaviour of the subject, who cooperates by altering cognitive functioning in accordance with the suggestions.
C) can produce age regressions in which adult subjects show the brain waves and mental performance of a young child.
D) has been recommended by the Canadian Psychological Association as an effective procedure to refresh eyewitness testimony in a court of law.

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