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Finding the hypnotic virtuoso--another look: a brief communication.

J P Green1, S J Lynn, B W Carlson

  • 1Department of Psychology, Ohio University, Athens 45701-2979.

The International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis
|April 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

The Harvard Group Scale of Hypnotic Susceptibility (HGSHS:A) shows predictive limitations. Scores of 11 or more on the HGSHS:A correlate with high scores on the Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale (SHSS:C).

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Hypnotic susceptibility is a key area of psychological research.
  • Standardized scales are crucial for measuring hypnotic abilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the predictive validity of the Harvard Group Scale of Hypnotic Susceptibility, Form A (HGSHS:A).
  • To compare hypnotic susceptibility scores between the HGSHS:A and the Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale, Form C (SHSS:C).

Main Methods:

  • Student volunteers were administered the HGSHS:A.
  • Participants scoring 9-12 on the HGSHS:A were retested using the individually administered SHSS:C.
  • Data analysis focused on the correlation between scores on both scales.

Main Results:

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  • A predictive threshold was observed for the HGSHS:A at 11 suggestions.
  • A majority of participants scoring 11 or more on the HGSHS:A achieved "virtuoso" status (11+ suggestions) on the SHSS:C.
  • Few participants scoring below 11 on the HGSHS:A reached "virtuoso" status on the SHSS:C.

    • Conclusions:

    • The HGSHS:A demonstrates strong predictive ability for high hypnotic susceptibility.
    • The findings support the HGSHS:A's utility in identifying individuals with high hypnotic potential.
    • Results align with prior research on hypnotic susceptibility scale correlations.