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Cognitive facilitation following intentional odor exposure.

Johnson, A.J., 2011. Cognitive facilitation following intentional odor exposure. Sensors, 11 (5), 5469-5488.

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DOI: doi:10.3390/s110505469

Abstract

This paper reviews evidence that, in addition to incidental olfactory pollutants, intentional odor delivery can impact cognitive operations both positively and negatively. Evidence for cognitive facilitation/interference is reviewed alongside four potential explanations for odor-induced effects. It is concluded that the pharmacological properties of odors can induce changes in cognition. However, these effects can be accentuated/attenuated by the shift in mood following odor exposure, expectancy of cognitive effects, and cues to behavior via the contextual association with the odor. It is proposed that greater consideration is required in the intentional utilization of odors within both industrial and private locations, since differential effects are observed for odors with positive hedonic qualities.

Item Type:Article
ISSN:1424-8220
Group:Faculty of Science & Technology
ID Code:19867
Deposited By: Dr. Andrew J. Johnson
Deposited On:18 Apr 2012 08:23
Last Modified:14 Mar 2022 13:43

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