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The galvanic skin response (GSR), is the skin''''s resistance to electrical current. Responsible for the variation of the GSR are the sweat glands, which react to nearly all stimuli. The variation of the GSR has been used for decades in biofeedback research, polygraph tests and even religion. The purpose of the study is to review the behavior of the skin''''s electrical resistance. The GSR was measured using a Wheatstone bridge, of our own manufacturing. The study was conducted on patients with internal diseases. The initial resistance was recorded, then the GSR was recorded for one minute. The subjects were asked a number of questions and data were computer recorded. On the first minute of measurement, the GSR followed a linear pattern. The measurements revealed a decrease of the electrical resistance during the dialogue, especially when the subject was asked questions with emotional content. There is a correlation between the GSR and the relaxed state of the subject. The GSR is a prompt and efficient tool for evaluating the subjects'''' state of mind. Further research will be conducted to indicate other uses of this measurement.

Keywords: galvanic skin response, acupuncture source points, electrodermal response.