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Direct verbal suggestibility (DVS) is a psychological trait explored in hypnosis research. This study examines DVS as a general trait, its measurement, and its relation to various factors for broader psychological research applications.

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  • Psychology
  • Cognitive Neuroscience

Background:

  • Hypnotic suggestibility is a component of direct verbal suggestibility (DVS).
  • DVS has historically informed theories of consciousness and conversion disorder.
  • DVS is increasingly utilized as a research tool in cognitive science and neuroscience.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine direct verbal suggestibility (DVS) as a general psychological trait.
  • To explore the relationship between DVS and other psychological characteristics, clinical conditions, and influencing factors.
  • To identify needs and potential bases for a DVS measure applicable outside hypnotic contexts.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and conceptual analysis of direct verbal suggestibility (DVS).
  • Discussion of DVS distribution, measurement, and associated factors.
  • Evaluation of existing hypnosis-based scales, specifically the Harvard Group Scale.

Main Results:

  • Direct verbal suggestibility (DVS) is a broad trait with implications beyond hypnosis.
  • Factors such as placebo responsiveness, personal characteristics, gender, and expectancy influence DVS.
  • Currently, no scale exists to measure DVS specifically outside of a hypnotic context.

Conclusions:

  • Direct verbal suggestibility (DVS) warrants further investigation as a general psychological trait.
  • The Harvard Group Scale provides a foundation for developing a broader DVS measurement tool.
  • A universally applicable DVS scale would enhance its utility in psychological research.