electrodermal response

Definition / meaning of electrodermal response

A change in the heat and electricity passed through the skin by nerves and sweat. Electrodermal response increases in certain emotional states and during hot flashes that happen with menopause. Also called galvanic skin response and skin conduction.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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