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Menstrual Cycle Affects a Perceptual-Cognitive Phenomenon: Kinesthetic Aftereffects

Author(s):
Baker, A. Harvey; Kostin, Irene W.; Mishara, Brian L.; Parker, Laurence
Publication Year:
1974
Report Number:
RB-74-06
Source:
ETS Research Bulletin
Document Type:
Report
Page Count:
14
Subject/Key Words:
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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