CMH Hypnotic Phenomena & Suggestibility Testing 3

Question 1

Which statement best describes the Davis-Husband scale of hypnotic depth?

Accepted Answer

A numerical classification system ranging from insusceptible to plenary trance

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A 5-level scale measuring only physical relaxation

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A scale that measures brain wave activity during hypnosis

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A self-report questionnaire completed by subjects after awakening

Question 2

What characterizes somnambulism as a depth level in hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

Deep trance in which subjects can open eyes, move, and respond while remaining in hypnosis

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Light relaxation with full retention of critical faculty and awareness

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Moderate trance with muscular relaxation but retained analytical thinking

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The lightest level of hypnotic response, just beyond normal relaxation

Question 3

The LeCron-Bordeaux depth scale was significant primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Expanded hypnotic depth classification into 50 numbered stages

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Was the first scale based solely on the subject's self-report

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Focused exclusively on physiological measurements like heart rate

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Was designed specifically for medical and dental hypnosis only

Question 4

In a light trance state, which phenomenon is most commonly observed?

Accepted Answer

Physical relaxation, fluttering eyelids, and response to simple suggestions

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Full positive and negative hallucinations on command

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Complete amnesia for all events that occurred during trance

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Full somnambulistic behavior with eyes open and movement

Question 5

What is plenary trance?

Accepted Answer

The deepest hypnotic level marked by maximum suggestibility, complex phenomena, and profound amnesia

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The lightest measurable level of hypnotic responsiveness

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A moderate trance level suitable for most standard therapeutic applications

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Trance produced without any formal induction technique

Question 6

What is automatic writing as a hypnotic phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

The subject's hand writing messages from the subconscious without conscious awareness or control

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The hypnotist scripting suggestions for post-hypnotic delivery

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Writing suggestions directly into the subject's subconscious record

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Recording a hypnosis session verbatim for later therapeutic review

Question 7

What is glove anesthesia in hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

Creating hypnotic numbness in the hand that can then be transferred to other areas of the body

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The use of a glove to apply topical anesthetic before a hypnotic session

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A technique for testing pain sensitivity by applying pressure to the fingers

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Post-hypnotic numbness of the hand that persists after formal awakening