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It is known that loud noise causes a number of reactions in the human body which the recipient cannot control, in addition to the psychic shock. The blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, the pupils dilate, the eyes close, one winces, holds the breath, and the voluntary and involuntary muscles tense. Gastric secretion diminishes and the diastolic pressure increases. Adrenalin is suddenly injected into the blood stream, which increases neuromuscular tension, nervousness, irritability and anxiety.
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Rosen, S. (1970). Noise, Hearing and Cardiovascular Function. In: Welch, B.L., Welch, A.S. (eds) Physiological Effects of Noise. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-8807-4_6
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