Facial Electromyography (EMG)

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Description

Facial EMG is recorded by surface electrodes placed on the skin of the face. The potential difference measured at the electrode can be used as an indication for emotion.

Primary Reference or Source

• Ravaja, N. (2002). Presence-related influences of a small talking facial image on psychophysiological measures of emotion and attention. In Proceedings of the 5th International Workshop on Presence. Porto, Portugal, October 9-11 2002.