Indeed, hypnosis has been used in different forms for centuries. Today, it's a hugely popular therapy for complaints ranging from quitting smoking to stopping panic attacks. During hypnosis, a person enters an altered state of consciousness where they become more suggestible. For people who struggle to make healthy choices, it can open the door to a different way of life. But what about the cases where hypnosis has taken a dark turn?
There have actually been several mysterious and fatal events involving hypnosis. Intrigued? Check out this gallery to discover what happened when suggestibility turned deadly.