According to the dissociation theory of hypnosis,people under hypnosis:
A) merely act out what they believe is expected of them
B) take on a role of following directions of the hypnotist simply to gain attention
C) experience a trancelike state in which there is separation or dissociation from conscious awareness
D) enter a dreamlike or REM-like state of consciousness

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The dissociation theory proposes that hypnosis involves a form of dissociation or separation from conscious awareness, where a person's attention is focused on certain internal or external stimuli while ignoring others. It suggests that hypnotized individuals experience a trancelike state where their consciousness is divided, and they become less aware of their surroundings. This theory suggests that hypnosis is a unique state of consciousness, different from waking consciousness or sleep.  Merely acting out or following directions for attention (options A and B) do not fully explain the unique state of consciousness that is thought to occur during hypnosis. Dreamlike or REM-like states (option D) have not been supported by empirical evidence.

According to the Dissociation Theory of Hypnosis,people Under Hypnosis