hypnosis
(hip-NOH-sis)
A trance-like
state in which a person becomes more aware and focused on
particular thoughts, feelings, images, sensations, or
behaviors. While under hypnosis, a person may feel calm,
relaxed, and more open to suggestion. Hypnosis is usually
done with the help of a specially trained therapist. It may
be used to help relieve stress, anxiety, and pain, and to
help a person quit smoking or lose weight. Hypnosis is a
type of complementary and alternative medicine
(CAM).