Explore the world of hypnosis
Discover the science, history and human stories of hypnosis—from how suggestion works to the surprising experiences it can create.
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ROBERT HUFFSTUTTER, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia CommonsThe Patient Who Told Freud to Stop Talking
In 1889, one of the richest women in Europe told a young hypnotist to stop asking questions and listen. His name was Sigmund Freud. The forgotten story of how hypnosis, and his patients, shaped psychoanalysis.
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Science & Evidence
Explore the research into hypnosis, suggestion and the brain—and what the evidence can tell us.
Understanding Hypnosis
Discover how hypnosis works, what it feels like, and the ideas behind it.
Uses of Hypnosis
Explore how hypnosis is used in therapy, everyday life and performance.
History & People
Meet the people and explore the discoveries, debates and events that shaped hypnosis.
Stories & Encounters
Explore intriguing accounts of hypnosis, unusual experiences and the people behind them.
