Ref ID:	35028
Ref Type:	Journal Article
Authors:	Stricherz, M. E. Pratt, P.
Title:	Betel quid and reaction time
Date:	1976
Source:	Pharmacology, Biochemistry and Behavior
Abstract:	Fifteen male Yapese students participated in an experiment to see if the betel quid (betel nut, piper leaf, and calcium hydroxide) has overt effects on simple reaction time latencies. The data indicate that the entire quid produces discernible behavioral effects that are manifested in a relatively short time period following quid ingestion. Reaction time latencies lengthened following quid ingestion during the first 20 reaction time trials or within an apparent initial 5 minute interval.
Date Created:	6/28/2001
Volume:	4
Number:	5
Page Start:	627
Page End:	628