Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale

The Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale is a tool used to measure how easily a person can enter a hypnotic state. Developed by researchers at Stanford University, it consists of a series of tests where individuals are guided through suggestions and asked to respond to them. Based on their responses, people are assigned a score that reflects their level of susceptibility to hypnosis. This scale helps researchers understand variations in hypnosis among individuals and can inform therapeutic practices, as those with higher susceptibility may benefit more from hypnotic treatments for issues like pain or anxiety.