| Title |
Linking Self-report and Neurophysiological Data in Studying Human Emotional Responses to Spatial Environments |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2025.41.11.71 |
| Keywords |
Spatial environment; Human Emotion; Neurophysiological Measurement; Self-report; Methodological Study |
| Abstract |
This study examines the impact of spatial environments on human emotions by reviewing experimental research that combines
neurophysiological and self-report measurement methods. Practical applications, trends, and effectiveness of these multimodal approaches are
examined. A total of 37 experimental studies published in the past five years were analyzed. Results indicate that neurophysiological measures
primarily capture emotional states related to stress and relaxation, while self-report methods cover a wider range of emotional responses.
Heart rate/heart rate variability (HR/HRV) and electroencephalography (EEG) are the most frequently used physiological tools, whereas
self-report instruments show greater diversity. Comparative analysis revealed that 16 studies showed strong consistency between physiological
and psychological results, 18 demonstrated partial alignment, and 3 displayed low consistency. The discussion highlights current limitations of
multimodal approaches including inconsistencies in results due to technical constraints of experimental studies, ambiguity and complexity in
interpretation, and absence of standardized measurement protocols and suggests future directions for research in this field. |