title: [Effects of monotonous computer work on performance].
abstract: A monotonous, automated task of prolonged duration performed on a computer is likely to increase the propensity to sleep. Present research shows the physiological effect is not perceived by the subjects in terms of drowsiness or a change of mood. This augments the risk of this effect causing unforeseeable bouts of sleep during the performance of the task.
authors.affiliation: Dipartimento di Psicologia, Università degli Studi La Sapienza di Roma.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Bertini
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Fattorini
mesh_terms: D001887:Boredom; D003201:Computers; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013997:Time Factors; D014937:Work