electrophysiologic audiometry

a large class of procedures for measuring auditory function that use electrical responses evoked by sound stimulation. Included in this class of procedures are averaged electroencephalographic audiometry and electrocochleography (ECochG), which measures electrical activity in the inner ear. Responses include the brainstem auditory evoked response.

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Psychology term of the day

October 10th 2024

mal de pelea

a culture-bound syndrome found in Puerto Rico that is similar to amok. Individuals experience a period of brooding and then suddenly become violent and attack others around them (the Spanish name literally means “fighting sickness”). Also called Puerto Rican syndrome.