neodissociation theory

a theory that explains the dissociative phenomena of hypnosis as a result of divided consciousness. For example, hypnotic analgesia can produce subjective relief from pain while physiological measures indicate that some pain response is still being registered. See also hidden observer. [proposed by Ernest R. Hilgard]

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February 2nd 2025

monocular deprivation

the deprivation of light to one eye. Compare binocular deprivation.