Calvin told his therapist that he wanted to stop smoking. During the next visit, Calvin's therapist directed Calvin to focus deeply on the sound of his voice. He then told Calvin to relax and that he would soon begin to feel tired. As Calvin's eyes began to close, he was told to do a number of other things to which Calvin complied. By the end of the session, Calvin no longer craved cigarettes. What happened?
◦ Calvin was tricked into thinking that smoking was bad for him.
◦ Calvin allowed himself to be hypnotized.
◦ Calvin was regressed back to childhood to a time when he didn't smoke.
◦ Calvin was hypnotized against his will.
The Calvin cycle.
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Smoking and Schizophrenia
Massage Therapist, c. 1985.
Risks Associated With Smoking