The Polygraph and Lie DetectionThe polygraph, often portrayed as a magic mind-reading machine, is still controversial among experts, who continue heated debates about its validity as a lie-detecting device. As the nation takes a fresh look at ways to enhance its security, can the polygraph be considered a useful tool? The Polygraph and Lie Detection puts the polygraph itself to the test, reviewing and analyzing data about its use in criminal investigation, employment screening, and counter-intelligence. The book looks at:
The book addresses the difficulties of measuring polygraph accuracy, the usefulness of the technique for aiding interrogation and for deterrence, and includes potential alternativesâ€"such as voice-stress analysis and brain measurement techniques. |
Contents
LIE DETECTION AND THE POLYGRAPH 11 | |
VALIDITY AND ITS MEASUREMENT 29 | |
THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS FOR POLYGRAPH TESTING 65 | |
CONTENTS | |
ALTERNATIVE TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGIES 154 | |
USES OF POLYGRAPH TESTS 178 | |
APPENDIXES | |
B Use of Polygraph Screening in the U S Department of Energy | |
Physiological Processes Measured by the Polygraph 286 | |
F Computerized Scoring of Polygraph Data 298 | |
G Process for Systematic Review of Polygraph Validation Studies 323 | |
H Quantitative Assessment of Polygraph Test Accuracy 340 | |
False Positive Index Values for Polygraph Testing 354 | |
K Combining Information Sources in Medical Diagnosis | |