After reading through articles and watching videos about polygraph testing, I decided I could not possibly beat a polygraph test by lying. The polygraph seems to me a very scientific device relying on physiological and biological responses of the body like respiration rates, heart rates and electro dermal changes at every response. Given the chance, I would however take part in an experiment designed to prove that anyone can successfully beat a polygraph test by lying. I would love to do an experiment to see if I could beat a polygraph test by admitting to a crime I did not commit.
WikiHow.com has some interesting recommendations on how to beat a polygraph test.
- Learn about polygraphs
- Conceal your knowledge about polygraphs
- Take a high quality antiperspirant and put it in your fingers and palm the night before and repeat the day you are taking the polygraph testing.
The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 answers the question whether a polygraph testing as a requirement for employment is a good idea. The EPPA prohibits private employers from using a lie detector tests either for employment screening or during the course of employment. I would not mind however being subjected to polygraph testing if I want to work with the Department of Homeland Securities or National Security Agency. I am sure I could pass a polygraph test.
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