Question

which researcher theorized that hypnosis comes about as a form of roleplay between hypnotist and subject?
a. ernest hilgard
b. theodore sarbin
c. theodore barber
d. milton erickson

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

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Identify the core theory of hypnosis described

The question asks for the researcher who theorized that hypnosis is a form of roleplay between the hypnotist and the subject. This corresponds to the social-cognitive or role-playing theory of hypnosis.

Evaluate the contributions of each researcher

• Ernest Hilgard: Developed the neodissociation theory of hypnosis (the "hidden observer" effect).
• Theodore Sarbin: Proposed the role-theory (or social-role-taking theory) of hypnosis, viewing it as a form of social roleplay where subjects act out the role expected of them.
• Theodore Barber: Associated with cognitive-behavioral theories of hypnosis, emphasizing attitudes, motivations, and expectancies rather than a trance state, but Sarbin specifically pioneered the roleplay/role-taking framework.
• Milton Erickson: A prominent psychiatrist specializing in medical hypnosis and family therapy, known for his clinical techniques rather than the roleplay theory.

Select the correct option

Theodore Sarbin is the researcher most directly associated with theorizing hypnosis as a form of roleplay.
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<mcq-correct>(B) Theodore Sarbin</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>(C) Theodore Barber</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(D) Milton Erickson</mcq-option>
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Evaluate the contributions of each researcher

• Ernest Hilgard: Developed the neodissociation theory of hypnosis (the "hidden observer" effect).
• Theodore Sarbin: Proposed the role-theory (or social-role-taking theory) of hypnosis, viewing it as a form of social roleplay where subjects act out the role expected of them.
• Theodore Barber: Associated with cognitive-behavioral theories of hypnosis, emphasizing attitudes, motivations, and expectancies rather than a trance state, but Sarbin specifically pioneered the roleplay/role-taking framework.
• Milton Erickson: A prominent psychiatrist specializing in medical hypnosis and family therapy, known for his clinical techniques rather than the roleplay theory.

Select the correct option

Theodore Sarbin is the researcher most directly associated with theorizing hypnosis as a form of roleplay.
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<mcq-option>(D) Milton Erickson</mcq-option>
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