Chapter 11. Psychophysiological methods
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Ana María Rojo López
Abstract
In recent years, psychophysiological methods have gained prominence in CTIS research, particularly concerning emotional aspects. These methods emphasize the physical manifestations that connect cognition and emotion. This chapter explores three widely used psychophysiological methods: skin conductance, cortisol secretion, and heart rate, which structure the discussion uniquely. Beginning with an introduction to psychophysiology, the chapter establishes the physiological-psychological link and defines each method briefly. It then reviews significant findings on emotions within CTIS, followed by a discussion of conceptual and practical considerations — such as methodological, ethical, and technical aspects — for newcomers to the field. Finally, the chapter outlines limitations, potential breakthroughs, and guidelines to advance the integration of physiological methods into CTIS research further.
Abstract
In recent years, psychophysiological methods have gained prominence in CTIS research, particularly concerning emotional aspects. These methods emphasize the physical manifestations that connect cognition and emotion. This chapter explores three widely used psychophysiological methods: skin conductance, cortisol secretion, and heart rate, which structure the discussion uniquely. Beginning with an introduction to psychophysiology, the chapter establishes the physiological-psychological link and defines each method briefly. It then reviews significant findings on emotions within CTIS, followed by a discussion of conceptual and practical considerations — such as methodological, ethical, and technical aspects — for newcomers to the field. Finally, the chapter outlines limitations, potential breakthroughs, and guidelines to advance the integration of physiological methods into CTIS research further.
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
- Acronyms vii
- List of contributors xiii
- Introduction 1
- Chapter 1. Participant profiling 21
- Chapter 2. Designing studies with naturalistic tasks 49
- Chapter 3. Surveys and interviews 69
- Chapter 4. Cued retrospection 92
- Chapter 5. Observations and diaries 108
- Chapter 6. Screen recording 133
- Chapter 7. Keylogging 157
- Chapter 8. Speech recording 183
- Chapter 9. Screen eyetracking 213
- Chapter 10. Dynamic eyetracking 235
- Chapter 11. Psychophysiological methods 256
- Chapter 12. Electroencephalography 279
- Chapter 13. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 304
- Chapter 14. Reaction time 324
- Index 347
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
- Acronyms vii
- List of contributors xiii
- Introduction 1
- Chapter 1. Participant profiling 21
- Chapter 2. Designing studies with naturalistic tasks 49
- Chapter 3. Surveys and interviews 69
- Chapter 4. Cued retrospection 92
- Chapter 5. Observations and diaries 108
- Chapter 6. Screen recording 133
- Chapter 7. Keylogging 157
- Chapter 8. Speech recording 183
- Chapter 9. Screen eyetracking 213
- Chapter 10. Dynamic eyetracking 235
- Chapter 11. Psychophysiological methods 256
- Chapter 12. Electroencephalography 279
- Chapter 13. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 304
- Chapter 14. Reaction time 324
- Index 347
