Trance states during a mind–body intervention monitored by BIS

Measurable changes in electrophysical brain activity can be detected during a mind-body intervention as a surrogate marker of a state of non-ordinary consciousness. The high relevance arises from the fact that inclusion of the unconscious is essential for initiating beneficial changes in psychological and physical patterns, as these patterns are encoded and maintained there. The EEG reactions and aspects of a focus shift toward inside, body scan and confusion bring it close to hypnotic trance and provide new and objective research approaches.