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In a previous study we found that intermittent sounds, simulating alarm sounds, have a relevant effect on
workers’ performance and wellbeing. As the frequency of these sounds can influence subjects performance and
well-being, a new study testing the effect of intermittent sound patterns with different frequency was carried
out. Five noise conditions were simulated and tested through an experimental study with 16 undergraduate
students. The influence of each condition on participants’ attention and short-term memory was assessed with
the serial recall and response inhibition tests. Discomfort, stress and annoyance were accessed using visual
analog scales. No significant differences were found between the noise conditions in what regards to subjects
performance. However, higher discomfort, stress and annoyance perceptions were found in condition with
intermittent sounds at 3000 Hz. This study provided important insights about the influence of different noise
frequencies on subject’s performance and well-being.
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Sousa, J., Monteiro, R., Tomé, D., & Rodrigues, M. (2022). Effects of Noise Frequency on Performance and Well-Being. Atas do I encontro de investigação da Escola Superior de Saúde do Politécnico do Porto, 127–131. https://doi.org/10.26537/recipp-23957
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ESS | P. PORTO Edições