Hypnosis is an altered state in which individuals experience narrowed attention, increased relaxation, and greater openness to suggestion. While brain wave patterns during hypnosis can be similar to those during sleep, hypnosis is not synonymous with sleep. It was not introduced by Karl Zener but rather has been used for centuries by healers and shamans in various cultures.

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Hypnosis

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Hypnosis

A) was introduced by the Austrian physician, Karl Zener.
B) is characterized by brain wave patterns similar to sleep.
C) is an altered state characterized by narrowed attention and increased openness to suggestion.
D) is a sleep state in which the subjects are partially aware of their actions and able to perform many activities not normally carried out during sleep.

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