This book is an important landmark in the history of hypnosis in that it brings together virtually all the leading theorists to present their views on the nature of this most fascinating phenomenon....it undoubtably provides a comprehensive picture of the present 'state of the art'...and is likely to become an important reference text on hypnosis theory for the next 20 years, at least. -- Contemporary Hypnosis
Lynn and Rhue have made a major contribution with this book....It is 'must' reading for researchers in hypnosis; clinicians...will find that there are many important clinical implications that will be useful in their work with patients and in their understanding of the phenomenon of hypnosis. -- American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
Only, perhaps, once in a decade is there published a work on hypnosis so comprehensive and so useful to the students of hypnosis and his or her instructor. For all students, instructors, and others seriously interested in the theoretical problems of hypnosis, it will be essential reading and a highly desirable addition to the bookshelf. -- International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis
What we need is a good theory of hypnosis. In this book, Lynn and Rhue, two prominent hypnosis researchers, have brought together authoritative presentations of contemporary theories of hypnosis...An important resource for researchers and clinicians alike--anyone who works with hypnosis, who wants to know what they're doing....Almost everything that anyone would want to know about contemporary theoretical perspectives on hypnosis is here. -- Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
This scholarly book brings together many of therecognized experts in the field of hypnosis research. Their varied contributions highlight that the debate between expansionist 'something-more' and the reductionist nothing-but' views still lies at the heart of the theoretical diversity characterizing hypnosis....Clearly a successful major effort.... -- Journal of Psychodynamic Research
There is available no other single volume which is so authoritative and thorough in its scope. The list of contributing authors resembles a roster of the most eminent modern workers in the field...The editors have achieved a noteworthy accomplishment by melding this multiplicity of views into a meaningful and well-organized whole....Every serious practitioner and student of hypnosis should read this book. It surely will become a standard for years to come. -- Psychotherapy in Private Practice
The most comprehensive discussion of theories of hypnosis available....The academician will find this book of great interest, and so will those clinicians who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of diverse theories of hypnosis....This book makes a significant contribution. -- Journal of Clinical Psychiatry
This volume is impressive. It is not difficult to understand why it won the Arthur Shapiro Award of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis for the best hypnosis book published in 1991. Hypnotherapists as well as hypnosis researchers would be well advised to familiarize themselves with the contents of this volume. It should be on the book shelf of every member of APA's Division 30, the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, and the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis.
-- Contemporary Psychology
This valuable book superbly covers the recent explosion of theories and models of hypnosis. All students and researchers interested in this fascinating topic must read it because, henceforth, serious discussion of the nature of hypnosis will begin here.' --T. X. Barber, Ph.D.
A first-rate collection of the modern theories of how hypnosis is currently understood. Outstanding chapters from many of the best scientific and clinical theoreticians from around the world attempt to describe a phenomenon that has no universal common understanding. The reader who strives for his or her own understanding of how the mind works in the context of subtle yet powerful human interactions will find this book an indispensable resource for study and reflection. The scientist and clinician will find this book so up to date that the future of the field will seem to tumble from its pages. I thoroughly recommend it.' --Peter B. Bloom, M.D.
A thoughtful, vigorous, well-written, and serious examination of the intellectual state of hypnosis....It is a compilation of the recent thinking of many leading investigators and clinicians in the field. While we do not yet have an underlying theory of hypnosis, Theories of Hypnosis, in its very scope and scholarly tone, shows us why the field is mobilizing increasing amounts of intelligent attention.' --David Speigel, M.D.
This book is a remarkable achievement. For much too long our understanding of hypnosis has been limited by sectarian disagreement over the very nature of hypnosis. Theoreticians and researchers have banded together in armed camps which have often seemed more intent on disparaging the other fellow's theory than in advancing our conceptualframework. Theories of Hypnosis represents what is perhaps the beginning of a rapproachment....The list of authors reads like a veritable who's who of hypnosis theory and practice....The net effect is both comprehensive and stimulating. While the various theories are well represented, the juxtaposition of the various viewpoints makes for a lively and thought-provoking book which [is] a pleasure to read....Overall, the feeling is not so much that this book is timely as much as it is long overdue. One wonders how we have gotten along without it. --Peter Brown, M.D., FRCP (C)
This book is a state-of-the-art review and discussion of the historical and current status of theory in hypnosis. There is available no other single volume which is so authoritative and thorough in its scope. The list of contributing authors resembles a roster of the most eminent modern workers in the field, thus insuring that the large number of presentations have been prepared by well regarded experts who are themselves actively engaged in hypnosis research and practice, even though the majority of the contributors are more identifiable as the former. The editors have achieved a noteworthy accomplishment by melding this multiplicity of views into a meaningful and well organized whole...Every serious practitioner and student of hypnosis should read this book. It will surely be a standard for years to come. --Melvin A. Gravitz, PhD, ABPP, ABPH, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, George Washington University, review in Psychotherapy and Private Practice
This valuable book superbly covers the recent explosion of theories and models of hypnosis. All students and researchers interested in this fascinating topic must read it because, henceforth, serious discussion of the nature of hypnosis will begin here.'' --T. X. Barber, Ph.D. A first-rate collection of the modern theories of how hypnosis is currently understood. Outstanding chapters from many of the best scientific and clinical theoreticians from around the world attempt to describe a phenomenon that has no universal common understanding. The reader who strives for his or her own understanding of how the mind works in the context of subtle yet powerful human interactions will find this book an indispensable resource for study and reflection. The scientist and clinician will find this book so up to date that the future of the field will seem to tumble from its pages. I thoroughly recommend it.'' --Peter B. Bloom, M.D.
A thoughtful, vigorous, well-written, and serious examination of the intellectual state of hypnosis....It is a compilation of the recent thinking of many leading investigators and clinicians in the field. While we do not yet have an underlying theory of hypnosis, Theories of Hypnosis, in its very scope and scholarly tone, shows us why the field is mobilizing increasing amounts of intelligent attention.'' --David Speigel, M.D.
This book is a remarkable achievement. For much too long our understanding of hypnosis has been limited by sectarian disagreement over the very nature of hypnosis. Theoreticians and researchers have banded together in armed camps which have often seemed more intent on disparaging the other fellow's theory than in advancing our conceptual framework. Theories of Hypnosis represents what is perhaps the beginning of a rapprochement....The list of authors reads like a veritable who's who of hypnosis theory and practice....The net effect is both comprehensive and stimulating. While the various theories are well represented, the juxtaposition of the various viewpoints makes for a lively and thought-provoking book which [is] a pleasure to read....Overall, the feeling is not so much that this book is timely as much as it is long overdue. One wonders how we have gotten along without it. --Peter Brown, M.D., FRCP (C)
This book is a state-of-the-art review and discussion of the historical and current status of theory in hypnosis. There is available no other single volume which is so authoritative and thorough in its scope. The list of contributing authors resembles a roster of the most eminent modern workers in the field, thus insuring that the large number of presentations have been prepared by well regarded experts who are themselves actively engaged in hypnosis research and practice, even though the majority of the contributors are more identifiable as the former. The editors have achieved a noteworthy accomplishment by melding this multiplicity of views into a meaningful and well organized whole...Every serious practitioner and student of hypnosis should read this book. It will surely be a standard for years to come. --Melvin A. Gravitz, PhD, ABPP, ABPH, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, George Washington University, review in Psychotherapy and Private Practice
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