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Hypnosis is linked to confabulation because the technique increases suggestibility and reduces critical judgment, which can lead to the creation of false memories as described in [1], [2], and [3]. Furthermore, experts have warned that improper use of hypnosis by unqualified practitioners can specifically trigger this tendency toward confabulation in subjects, as noted in [4].
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Research on Hypnosis for Experiencers - Kathleen Marden kathleen-marden.com 1 fact
perspectiveBetty Hill questioned the efficacy of hypnosis used by UFO abduction researchers who were not well-versed in psychology, arguing that under-educated hypnotists might harm abductees through improper suggestion that can lead to confabulation.
The Alien Abduction Phenomenon of the Mid-20th Century - Shortform shortform.com 1 fact
perspectivePsychologists express skepticism regarding the validity of memories recovered through hypnosis because the technique can lead to false memories or confabulation.