Truth or Lie

Hypnosis is a state of altered consciousness that can enhance one’s suggestibility and access to subconscious memories. However, it does not guarantee that the person under hypnosis will tell the truth or be able to distinguish between reality and fantasy. A hypnotherapist can use various techniques to elicit information from a client, such as asking open-ended questions, using metaphors, or applying the ideomotor response. However, these methods are not foolproof and may be influenced by the client’s expectations, beliefs, emotions, or imagination. Therefore, a hypnotherapist cannot tell a truth from a lie with absolute certainty when someone is in trance.