Prepulse Inhibition

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    Natalka Roshak
    Last Updated: September 25, 2022

    Prepulse inhibition (PPI) describes the suppression of the startle reflex to a stimulus (e.g. loud noise) when preceded with a weaker, non-startling version (eg. moderate noise). PPI is a measure of sensorimotor gating, and is impaired in several psychiatric conditions.

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