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1. use of the principles and methods of social science to develop practical strategies for confronting and resolving conflicts and problems of society.

2. the techniques so developed.

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February 28th 2025

hypnotic regression

hypnotic regression

a therapeutic technique in which an individual under hypnosis is induced to relive a previous experience that may be contributing to current emotional difficulties. There are two types of hypnotic regression: age regression and past-life regression.