hypnotism

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In the popular consciousness, hypnotism is the stuff of vampires, side shows and watch-waving therapists.

From New York Times

The plot also includes a disturbing case of mass hypnotism and mind control.

From Washington Post

“Yes, hypnotism provides a simple explanation,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

A Renaissance woman who married Sherlock Holmes, Mary employs her talents for martial arts and hypnotism, not to mention her knowledge of theology and languages, on an array of cases.

From Washington Post

The snake hypnotism is a great use of the central animal-fantasy conceit, and the fact that Asmodeus isn’t the primary villain makes the encounter that much more unsettling.

From The Verge