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posthypnotic suggestion

/ˌpəʊsthɪpˈnɒtɪk səˈdʒestʃən/

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/ˌpəʊsthɪpˈnɒtɪk səˈdʒestʃən/C1formalmedical
  • ruВнушение, сделанное человеку в состоянии гипноза, которое должно быть выполнено после выхода из транса.

A suggestion made to a person while they are in a hypnotic state, intended to be carried out after they have been awakened from the trance.

  1. Post-hypnotic suggestionC1formal

    A suggestion made to a person while they are under hypnosis that is intended to be carried out after they have been brought out of the hypnotic state.

    ruПостгипнотическое внушение

    • The therapist gave him a posthypnotic suggestion to stop biting his nails.
    • Under hypnosis, she received a posthypnotic suggestion to feel calm whenever she heard a bell.
    • Posthypnotic suggestions are often used in therapy to help patients change unwanted habits.