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Posthypnotic Suggestion

Definition

In psychology, posthypnotic suggestion refers to a suggestion made to an individual during hypnosis, which they are expected to act upon once they have awakened.

Senses and Usages

1. Psychology: A suggestion given to a person under hypnosis, which they are instructed to carry out or follow through once they regain consciousness.

Example Sentence: The psychologist gave the patient a posthypnotic suggestion to stop smoking, hoping it would help break the habit.

2. General: A subtle or indirect suggestion inserted into someone's mind, to influence their thoughts, behaviors, or actions without their conscious awareness.

Example Sentence: The politician used posthypnotic suggestions in his speech to influence the audience's perception of his opponent.

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