Match each description with the appropriate theory.
-A theory that suggests that the effects of hypnosis result from an interaction between the social influences of the hypnotist and the abilities, beliefs, and expectations of the subject.

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The sociocognitive explanation suggests that hypnosis is a social phenomenon that results from the interaction between the hypnotist and the subject.

Answer: C
 The dissociation theory proposes that hypnosis involves a split in consciousness, with one part of the mind responding to the hypnotist's suggestions while another part remains aware of what is happening.

Answer: D
 The cognitive approach to hypnosis suggests that hypnosis results from changes in the way that the brain processes information.

Answer: E
 The activation-synthesis theory proposes that dreams are the result of random neural activity in the brain that the mind tries to make sense of.

There is no match for description B, as it is not related to any of the given theories.

Match Each Description with the Appropriate Theory