Effects of Menstrual Cycle on Autonomic Activity in Teleworking Individuals

Abstract

We have demonstrated that the luteal phase is characterized by increased drowsiness while maintaining a high level of critical flicker fusion frequency. Therefore, we hypothesized that teleworkers experience heightened tension during the luteal phase to resist sleepiness and maintain work efficiency. To verify this hypothesis, we evaluated autonomic activity by measuring heart rate variabilities in the context of work.