Human-Computer Interactions: Are There Adverse Health Consequences?.

Emurian, Henry H.

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ERIC Number: EJ405802

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Publication Date: 1989

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Human-Computer Interactions: Are There Adverse Health Consequences?

Emurian, Henry H.

Computers in Human Behavior, v5 n4 p265-75 1989

Discusses the hypothesis that similarities may exist between laboratory research paradigms evoking elevated blood pressure during task performance by normal subjects and video display terminal (VDT) work done by data clerks and college students. Type A behavior and the development of coronary heart disease are discussed, and further research needs are suggested. (78 references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Cardiovascular System, Computer Assisted Instruction, Data Processing Occupations, Health, Heart Disorders, Higher Education, Labor Legislation, Laboratory Procedures, Questionnaires, Research Needs, Surveys, Video Display Terminals

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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