FESH
Federation of Ethical Stage Hypnotists
Code Of Conduct
✅ Ethical Responsibilities
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Reputation: Avoid actions that could bring hypnosis into disrepute or generate negative publicity
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Advertising & Claims: Hypnosis must be presented only as a psychological technique, with no misleading or exaggerated claims.
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Consent: Participation must be entirely voluntary at all stages.
⚠️ Safety First
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Volunteer & Audience Safety: Their safety is the top priority—unsafe routines must be avoided or the performance cancelled.
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Induction Methods: Only psychological techniques may be used; no physical or pressure-point methods allowed.
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Suggestion Removal: Ensure all suggestions—hypnotic or post-hypnotic—are completely removed before subjects leave the room.
🚫 Prohibited Practices
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Regression: No attempts to regress participants to earlier life stages.
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Indecent Suggestions: Avoid any suggestions that may be deemed offensive or inappropriate, based on the venue and audience.
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Underage Participation: No one under 18 years old is allowed to volunteer.
📜 Commitment
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By following this code, the hypnotist agrees to comply with future amendments made under the Federation of Ethical Stage Hypnotists' constitution.