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Jan 22nd, 2002 at 11:15pm
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How is this performed and how do I prepare for one?  Is it the same as the conventional testing.
  
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Reply #1 - Jan 23rd, 2002 at 12:07am
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A computerized polygraph is similar to an analog polygraph instrument. The main difference is that the computerized version, instead of using mechanical ink pens and graph paper, makes its recordings on the computer's hard disk, and these can be printed out or viewed on-screen. Typically, the computerized polygraph also includes chart-scoring software.

But it's still the same voodoo. Computerization adds no more validity to polygraph chart readings than it does to astrological chart readings, and the criteria for passing a polygraph "test" remain the same, whether it's computerized or not.

To prepare for a polygraph "test," see Chapters 3 & 4 of The Lie Behind the Lie Detector.
  

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Reply #2 - Jan 23rd, 2002 at 12:26am
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Teece wrote on Jan 22nd, 2002 at 11:15pm:

How is this performed and how do I prepare for one?  Is it the same as the conventional testing.


The test is exactly the same, regardless of whether a conventional polygraph machine is used or its computer equivelant. Note your interrogator might, however, choose to try to dazzle you with the efficiency and accuracy of the computerized polygraph over a standard box. Don't buy his or her line of crap. It is no more efficient at detecting truth or falsehood than a conventional machine, which is to say 'not at all'.
  

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Reply #3 - Jan 23rd, 2002 at 9:50pm
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Thank you for your help.  I've been told by my lawyer not to take a lie detector test.  She said it's like slitting my throat!  I have to do this to save my marriage.  I'm reading like crazy to get it down pat on how to pass this  test.  I'm also praying!
  
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Reply #4 - Jan 23rd, 2002 at 10:07pm
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Teece,

Your lawyer's advice is sound. But if you feel compelled by your husband's naive faith in polygraphy to submit to a polygraph "test," then you should by no means sign any waiver of liability. You can bet your bottom dollar that the polygrapher will push a form under your nose asking you to forever waive your right to seek damages in the event that he/she wrongfully acuses you of deception. Don't sign it. These charlatans need to be held accountable, and if your polygrapher slanders you, you might wish to sue him/her. This is an option you may wish to discuss with your lawyer beforehand.
  

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Reply #5 - Jan 23rd, 2002 at 10:26pm
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Teece,

One more reasonable demand upon which you should insist is that you video- and/or audiotape the entire polygraph process, from the beginning of the pre-test interview until the time you and the polygrapher part company. Plan for up to three hours.

Polygraph "testing" is a fraud that depends on the polygrapher lying to and deceiving the person being "tested" from beginning to end, and having the entire episode on tape will help to protect your rights.
  

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Reply #6 - Jan 24th, 2002 at 9:49am
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Teece,

I know you came here seeking advice on polygraphy, but I must ask (respectfully):

Why on Earth would anyone wish to save a relationship with someone who would force you into the travesty of having your fidelity assessed by a conman? You're better off taking the several hundred dollars this polygrapher will charge you and invest it either counseling or a divorce lawyer.

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