Polygraph Glossary Technique

Oculomotor Deception Test

Definition

The Oculomotor Deception Test is an experimental Credibility Assessment technology using eye movements, pupillary responses, and reaction times as examinees read statements and press keys for true/false. It is based on the principle that deceptive responses require additional cognitive processing...

What Is the Oculomotor Deception Test?

The Oculomotor Deception Test is an experimental Credibility Assessment technology using eye movements, pupillary responses, and reaction times as examinees read statements and press keys for true/false. It is based on the principle that deceptive responses require additional cognitive processing, manifesting as measurable ocular changes.

References

See: Webb et al. (2009).

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