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July 8, 2026Journal of Vestibular ResearchOpen Access

Neuroticism and functional burden in chronic dizziness: A clinical cross-sectional observational study using the Eysenck Model and Dizziness Handicap Inventory

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ANAlida NaudéAKAmisha Kanji

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Cross-sectional observational study shows neuroticism predicts functional burden in patients with chronic dizziness, suggesting the need for psychological assessment.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore the link between neuroticism and dizziness-related functional burden in patients attending a specialized clinic.
  • Observational study involving 247 adult patients with chronic dizziness referred to a specialist clinic.
  • Patients completed the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire and the Dizziness Handicap Inventory.
  • Statistical analyses included Spearman correlations, ANOVA, chi-square tests, and multivariate regression.
  • Neuroticism correlated with higher Dizziness Handicap Inventory scores (ρ = 0.39, p < 0.001).
  • It was associated with more healthcare consultations (ρ = 0.19, p = 0.003) but not with symptom duration or fall history.
  • A significant association was found between neuroticism and diagnosis category (χ² = 32.02, p = 0.043), indicating higher neuroticism in functional and central disorders.

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Naudé et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4de871d2ea289ef6283280https://doi.org/10.1177/09574271261465715
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