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Language and Identity
- Christopher Ryan observed his multilingual girlfriend's personality shifts with language.
- Under hypnosis, her reaction to him speaking Spanish suggested distinct identities tied to each language.
Physiological Differences in Multiple Personalities
- People with multiple personalities exhibit varying physiological states, including heart rate and blood pressure.
- Some even report different ocular pressure, with one personality needing glasses and another not.
Hypnosis and Adaptability
- Hypnotic ability varies among individuals, potentially offering an adaptive advantage in prehistoric societies for healing rituals.
- In modern society, high hypnotic ability might make individuals more susceptible to manipulation, like advertising.