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The use of hypnosis is highly controversial, specifically as it relates to the implanting of false memories. In fact, there are several court cases in which victims have alleged that childhood caretakers have sexually abused them as children when, in fact, evidence suggests that memories were implanted. Explain how this might happen and how, as a therapists, you might avoid making such a mistake? Likewise, how might you recognize a false memory in therapy?

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This solution looks at the use of hypnosis as a therapeutic device, including its drawbacks and its benefits, drawing from the Expert's experience as a licensed hypnotherapist.

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I am a certified hypnotherapist and I have a Masters in Counseling. I would be happy to answer your question. To begin, hypnosis is a field that constantly struggles to make its mark in the medical and science fields but it is still a non-regulated profession and that is what mainly holds it back. Another key point is that hypnosis testimonies are no longer admissible in courts to my knowledge ...

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