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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Erickson discusses a woman who was ashamed of what type of blemish on her skin?

2. Where did the animal like to be scratched?

3. Erickson refers to an old adage that says, "It's just like ______."

4. What was the main part of the student's system that allowed him to keep remarkable notes?

5. The doctor uses which technique to uncover hidden behaviors, thoughts and feelings?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does it mean to be in a trance? What kind of person or activity is most likely to experience the state?

2. Erickson talks about forgotten skills. What does the doctor mean about forgotten skills? What was the example used?

3. What is automatic writing? What is the process? How is it helpful?

4. The author talks about rapport and relating to another person. Why should one strive to build rapport?

5. What was Arthur's explanation for his preparedness when it came to taking the professor's test?

6. Briefly describe Erickson's approach to dealing with patients on a one-to-one basis.

7. How did Arthur and the professor handle the situation?

8. What kind of information is given to the reader through the use of discussion regarding Erickson's techniques?

9. Erickson chose to forge his own way in the practice of hypnotherapy by developing what? What were the developments designed to do?

10. What is mentioned as being a way for a patient to block success in treatment? What is one way in which the problem can be solved?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many people go into therapy wanting to make major changes in their lives, particularly if they are miserable in their current situations. Give at least five examples of things people may want to change, how Erickson would deal with those issues and the results. In what situations would small changes be best? In what situations would major changes take place right away? What is your opinion of small changes versus big changes in behavior?

Essay Topic 2

Self-sabotage may be linked to self-imposed limitations in some cases. The mind is a very powerful tool that can control one's ability to succeed if the belief system does not match the desire. What causes one to have self-imposed limitations? Is it innate or a learned way of thinking? If it is learned, how was it taught and by whom? How can self-imposed limitations affect you in school, sports, or every day activities? Are you typically aware of these situations? Are you aware of what causes your behaviors? How can you overcome the limitations?

Essay Topic 3

There is a great deal of discussion about overcoming and changing negative behaviors. How can negative behavior be stopped or changed? What are Erickson's views on the subject? In what ways can therapy help a person make the changes? Can someone else direct the changes or must the changes be self-imposed? How can one make sure that the changes stick? In your opinion, what is the best way to make more positive decisions?

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