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Dissociation is identified as a psychological trait often measured in individuals who report alien abductions [1], with the concept of dissociativity serving as a framework to explain these experiences [2]. While not exclusive to those reporting abductions, these psychological traits are statistically higher in that population compared to the general public [3].
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The Alien Abduction Phenomenon of the Mid-20th Century - Shortform shortform.com 1 fact
claimPsychological traits such as dissociativity and fantasy proneness are not unique to those who report alien abductions, and not all individuals with these traits report such experiences.
Alien Abduction Experiences: Some Clues From Neuropsychology ... pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
claimIndividuals who report alien abductions show higher levels on certain potentially relevant psychological measures, such as the tendency to dissociate, compared to the general population.