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An electrical system is described which produces pain-free touch sensations similar to those from mechanical stimulation. The apparatus is inexpensive, easily constructed, and can be used with human or animal Ss.
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Gibson, R. H. Electrical stimulation of pain and touch. In D. R. Kenshalo (Ed.),The skin senses. Springfield. Ill: Thomas, 1968. Pp. 223–261.
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Supporled in part by Grant MH20121 from the National Institute of Mental Health. The assistance of A. T. Kulics in training the monkeys is gratefully acknowledged.
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Carlson, K.R., Spalla, L.J. Asystem for cutaneous electrical stimulation mimicking touch. Behav. Res. Meth. & Instru. 4, 199–200 (1972). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03207865
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03207865