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Research: SCHREIBER, Rowan College
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Abstract
SCHREIBER, Rowan College of New Jersey USA studied whether group hypnosis would improve college students examination grades.
Background
Methodology
The examination grades of a midterm and final test of 30 educational psychology students who had been hypnotised were compared with those of 2 control groups of 35 and 32 students.
Results
Compared with the control groups, the hypnotised group had a significantly higher mean score on the final examination, although midterm exam differences were not significant. Further research suggestions are outlined.
Conclusion
References
Schreiber EH. Use of group hypnosis to improve college students achievement. Psychol Rep 80(2): 636-8. Apr 1997.