Polygraph Glossary Practice

Luria, Aleksandr

Definition

Aleksandr Luria (1902–1977) was a Russian researcher who originated conflict theory — one of the theoretical explanations for PDD mechanisms. Luria conducted deception experiments using a tremograph and proposed that incompatible emotions affect bodily responses in measurable ways.

Who Was Aleksandr Luria?

Aleksandr Luria (1902–1977) was a Russian researcher who originated conflict theory — one of the theoretical explanations for PDD mechanisms. Luria conducted deception experiments using a tremograph and proposed that incompatible emotions affect bodily responses in measurable ways.

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