Menstrual Cycle Affects a Perceptual-Cognitive Phenomenon: Kinesthetic Aftereffects
- Author(s):
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Baker, A. Harvey;
Kostin, Irene W.;
Mishara, Brian L.;
Parker, Laurence
- Publication Year:
- 1974
- Report Number:
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RB-74-06
- Source:
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ETS Research Bulletin
- Document Type:
- Report
- Page Count:
- 14
- Subject/Key Words:
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Biological Influences,
Kinesthetic Perception,
Menstruation,
Perception Tests
Abstract
Kinesthetic Aftereffect (E) scores--an index of stimulus intensity modulation-relate curvilinearly to day before onset of menses. Beginning-and end-phase women show larger KAW tha men; midphase women do not differ from men. The observed KAE-menstrual cycle relationship is not mediated by tiredness or by use of oral contraceptives, drugs or medication. (14pp.)
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