Using Methods and Principles of Modern Hypnosis and Activation of Consciousness During Interrogation

Abstract

Introduction. The article explores the possibilities of using methods and principles of modern hypnosis and activation of consciousness during interrogation, analyzes the concept of modern (Ericksonian and post-Ericksonian) hypnosis and activation of consciousness, examines the methods and principles of these types of psychotherapy and determines the possibilities of their use within the framework of interrogation. Theoretical Basis. Methods. The theoretical basis of the study is the synthesis of psychological and forensic knowledge: about personality psychology, communication psychology, methods and principles of modern hypnosis and activation of consciousness as tools of psychotherapy, legal psychology, interrogation tactics. General theoretical methods of analysis, synthesis, comparison, extrapolation, modeling, as well as historical, legal and comparative legal methods were used. Results. A comparison was made between a hypnosis session and an interrogation session, and similarities were highlighted. The possibilities and limitations of using methods and principles of modern hypnosis and activation of consciousness by the investigator himself during interrogation are determined. The principles and methods that can be integrated into interrogation tactics are indicated. Discussion and Conclusion. Recommendations for the use of these methods and principles require further discussion and testing in practice. The identified principles and methods of modern hypnosis and activation of consciousness may become part of the professional competence of the investigator in the future. Implementation of general recommendations to expand the communication skills and psychological knowledge of the investigator can increase the effectiveness of the investigation already at the present time.