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Neurolinguistic programming training, trait anxiety, and locus of control
J Konefal1, R C Duncan, M A Reese
1Department of Psychiatry, University of Miami School of Medicine, FL.
Psychological Reports
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Neurolinguistic programming (NLP) training reduced trait anxiety and boosted internal control. Participants showed significant improvements in these areas after a 21-day residential program, supporting NLP
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Cognitive Science
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Neurolinguistic programming (NLP) involves techniques like shifting perceptual position and timeline processing.
- These techniques are based on experiential cognitive processing of remembered events.
- NLP aims to increase awareness of behavioral contingencies and environmental cues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of a 21-day residential NLP training on trait anxiety and locus of control.
- To examine within-person and between-group changes in psychological measures following NLP training.
Main Methods:
- Participants underwent a 21-day residential training in neurolinguistic programming techniques.
- Trait anxiety was measured using the Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Inventory.
- Locus of control was assessed with Wallston, Wallston, and DeVallis' Multiple Health Locus of Control scale.
Main Results:
- Significant within-person decreases in trait anxiety scores were observed.
- Significant within-person increases in internal locus of control scores were found.
- Scores for chance and powerful other locus of control remained unchanged.
Conclusions:
- The findings support the hypothesis that NLP training can lower trait anxiety.
- The study suggests NLP training may increase internal locus of control.
- Differences between European and U.S. participants were noted, but change scores were similar.