Adaptation of emotional state and standing balance parameters following repeated exposure to height-induced postural threat.

ABSTRACT: Height-induced postural threat influences standing balance control. However, it is unknown if minimizing individuals' emotional response to threat moderates this relationship. This study repeatedly exposed individuals to height-induced postural threat to determine if reducing the emotional response to threat influences standing balance control. Sixty-eight young adults completed a series of standing trials at LOW (0.8 m above ground, away from edge) and HIGH (3.2 m above ground, at edge) postural threat conditions. Emotional state was assessed using self-report and electrodermal measures. Standing balance was assessed through analysis of centre of pressure (COP) movement and lower leg electromyographic activity. Individuals' emotional response to threat was attenuated following repeated th

SUBMITTER: Zaback M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6713771 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature