One Attempt to Use Physiological Measurement of an Emotion for a Practical

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Essay

One attempt to use physiological measurement of an emotion for a practical purpose is the polygraph,or lie-detector test.Describe how a polygraph is supposed to work.Explain why the test is unacceptable for many purposes.

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Definitions:

Seasonal Affective Disorder

A type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually during winter, when there is less natural sunlight.

Cyclothymic Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by mood swings that are less severe than those in bipolar disorder.

Irritable

a state of increased sensitivity and easily becoming annoyed or upset.

Agitated

Describes a state of nervousness or unrest, often displayed through physical movements or verbal expressions.