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Do you think hypnosis is effective in accessing untapped or repressed memories?

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Hypnosis used to uncover repressed memories are examined. Whether hypnosis is effective in accessing untapped or repressed memories is determined.

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Hypnosis has been used to access repressed memories and in some cases , this was effective. However, there are significant difficulties and "cautions" using that technique and the validity of the uncovered repressed memories.

1.technique is effective so much so that the therapist can create memories that often were not there

2. technique ...

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