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SHERVAN K SHAHHIAN
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Parapsychology: Anomalous Cognition (AC) is a term used primarily in parapsychology:
Anomalous Cognition (AC) is a term used primarily in parapsychology to describe the acquisition of information without any known sensory, inferential, or conventional means of communication. The term was introduced to avoid assumptions about the mechanism involved (such as "telepathy" or "clairvoyance"). Definition Anomalous cognition could be defined as: The apparent acquisition of accurate information about an object, person, place, or event through means not explained by t
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Jul 62 min read
Future Oriented fear is the experience of fear, worry, or apprehension about events that have not yet happened,...
Future oriented fear is the experience of fear, worry, or apprehension about events that have not yet happened but are anticipated to occur. It is a normal human response that helps people prepare for potential threats, but when it becomes excessive, it may interfere with daily life. Definition Future oriented fear maybe an emotional and cognitive state characterized by: Anticipating negative outcomes. Imagining possible dangers or failures. Feeling uncertain about what lies
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Jul 63 min read
Momentary Thoughts are brief, short lived thoughts that quickly pass through the mind:
Momentary Thoughts are brief, short lived thoughts that quickly pass through the mind. They may appear automatically in response to situations, emotions, memories, sensations, or environmental cues. In psychology, they maybe considered part of the normal flow of consciousness and may include: Quick impressions Passing worries Sudden memories Fleeting judgments Random associations Brief emotional reactions Examples: “Did I lock the door?” “That person looks familiar.” “I hope
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Jul 41 min read
An Anxious Prediction is a thought pattern:
An Anxious Prediction is a thought pattern where a person automatically expects something negative, threatening, embarrassing, or harmful to happen in the future, often without solid evidence. It is common in anxiety disorders, stress reactions, and everyday worry. Examples: “I’m probably going to fail the interview.” “They must be upset with me.” “Something bad is going to happen.” “I’ll embarrass myself.” “If I make one mistake, everything will fall apart.” Psychologically,
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Jul 41 min read
Mr. Ted Owens was The Greatest American Psychic, UFO Contactee and Prophet for some:
Ted Owens was The greatest American Psychic Claimant, UFO Contactee and Prophet for some, who became known as "The PK Man" ("PK" standing for psychokinesis, or mind over matter effects). He claimed that he was in telepathic communication with extraterrestrial or "Space Intelligence" entities that enabled him to influence physical events, including weather, electrical systems, UFO appearances, and even large scale natural phenomena. Background Prophet Owens served in the U.S.
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Jul 42 min read
Parapsychology: Crisis Apparitions are reports of seeing, hearing, or sensing,...
Crisis Apparitions are reports of seeing, hearing, or sensing a person at about the same time that person is experiencing a life threatening crisis, serious accident, or death, often when the experiencer had no normal way of knowing what was happening. Examples include: Seeing a relative appear briefly in a room, only to learn later that the relative died at roughly the same time. Hearing a loved one's voice calling one's name during a medical emergency. Feeling a vivid prese
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Jul 42 min read
Parapsychology: Bereavement Apparitions are experiences in which a person perceives,...
Bereavement Apparitions are experiences in which a person perceives the presence of a deceased loved one after that person's death. These experiences are surprisingly common and are often reported during the grieving process. Common Types of Bereavement Apparitions People may report: Seeing: the deceased person briefly. Hearing: their voice. Feeling their presence: in the room. Sensing a touch: such as a hand on the shoulder. Smelling a familiar scent: associated with the dec
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Jul 42 min read
Scientific Psychology is the study of behavior, thoughts, emotions, and mental processes,...
Scientific Psychology is the study of behavior, thoughts, emotions, and mental processes using the scientific method. Rather than relying on intuition, personal opinion, or anecdotal evidence, scientific psychology develops and tests theories through systematic observation, experimentation, and data analysis. Core Principles of Scientific Psychology 1. Empirical Evidence Scientific psychology is based on observable and measurable evidence. Psychologists collect data through:
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Jul 33 min read
Machiavellianism maybe a personality trait characterized by strategic manipulation:
Machiavellianism is a personality trait characterized by strategic manipulation, emotional detachment, and a focus on personal gain or power. The term comes from Niccolò Machiavelli, whose writings, especially The Prince, were interpreted as emphasizing pragmatic, sometimes ruthless political strategy. Key characteristics Manipulative behavior: influencing others to achieve one’s goals. Strategic thinking: planning several steps ahead. Emotional detachment: making decisions w
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Jul 32 min read
Dark Psychology may not be a recognized branch of psychology:
Dark Psychology is not a recognized branch of psychology. It is a popular term used to describe the study or discussion of manipulative, coercive, and exploitative behaviors that some people use to influence others. Topics maybe associated with "dark psychology" include: Manipulation: influencing someone for personal gain without their informed consent. Gaslighting: making someone question their own memories, perceptions, or sanity. Emotional manipulation: using guilt, fear,
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Jul 31 min read
Emotional Blackmail is a form of psychological manipulation:
Emotional Blackmail is a form of psychological manipulation in which someone uses fear, obligation, guilt, shame, or affection to pressure another person into doing what they want. The goal is to control another person's behavior by exploiting the relationship rather than communicating openly and respectfully. How Emotional Blackmail Works It often follows a predictable pattern: A demand The person wants you to do something. Example: "You need to cancel your plans and stay wi
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Jul 33 min read
Love Bombing maybe a manipulation tactic in which someone overwhelms another person with:
Love Bombing maybe a manipulation tactic in which someone overwhelms another person with excessive affection, attention, gifts, compliments, or promises early in a relationship, or after conflict, to quickly create emotional dependence or regain control. It may look like: Constant texting or calling and expecting immediate replies. Saying "I love you" or talking about marriage very early. Lavish gifts or grand romantic gestures that feel overwhelming. Making you feel like you
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Jul 21 min read
Trauma bonding: The bond forms through a recurring cycle of abuse,...
Trauma bonding maybe a strong emotional attachment that develops between a person and someone who repeatedly harms, manipulates, or abuses them. The bond forms through a recurring cycle of abuse followed by kindness, affection, apologies, or promises to change. This pattern may make it very difficult for the victim to leave the relationship, even when they recognize it is harmful. It is important to distinguish trauma bonding from healthy love. A trauma bond is maintained by
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Jul 23 min read
Complementary Mental Health Services are non-primary, supportive approaches
The strength of evidence varies by condition. Complementary Mental Health Services are non-primary, supportive approaches that are used alongside conventional mental health treatment, not as replacements. Their goal is to enhance emotional well-being, reduce stress, improve coping skills, and support recovery. These services maybe combined with psychotherapy, psychiatric care, medication: (Consult with a Medical Doctor), and lifestyle interventions. Common Complementary Menta
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Jul 23 min read
Psychological Domination refers to the use of psychological tactics to,...
Psychological domination refers to the use of psychological tactics to gain, maintain, or exert power and control over another person's thoughts, emotions, decisions, or behavior. It may occur in many different contexts, and whether it is healthy or harmful depends on the nature of the relationship and whether it is consensual. There maybe two broad forms: 1. Harmful Psychological Domination (Coercive Control) This is the form most commonly discussed in psychology and mental
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Jun 292 min read
Coercive Manipulation is a pattern of psychological influence:
Coercive Manipulation is a pattern of psychological influence in which one person or group uses pressure, intimidation, deception, guilt, fear, isolation, or other tactics to control another person's thoughts, feelings, decisions, or behavior. Unlike healthy persuasion, coercive manipulation undermines a person's ability to make free and informed choices. Common Tactics Gaslighting: Making someone doubt their memory, perceptions, or sanity. Guilt tripping: Using guilt to infl
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Jun 252 min read
Psi Mediated Communication (PSC) is a term used in Parapsychology:
Psi mediated communication is a term used in parapsychology that refers to the hypothesis that information may be transferred between people (or between a person and their environment) through means that do not involve the known senses or conventional physical communication. It is a theoretical concept used to explain reports of apparent information transfer that cannot easily be accounted for by ordinary sensory channels. Types of Psi Mediated Communication Researchers gener
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Jun 252 min read
Parapsychology and Psychical Research are closely related:
The terms parapsychology and psychical research are closely related, but they are not identical. The main difference lies in their history, methods, and scope. Psychical Research Parapsychology Began in the late 19th century. Emerged in the 20th century as a more scientific discipline. Studies all reported paranormal phenomena. Focuses primarily on testing specific psi phenomena under controlled conditions. Includes investigations of survival after death, hauntings, mediumshi
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Jun 252 min read
Consciousness researchers study the nature of conscious experience:
Consciousness researchers study the nature of conscious experience, how subjective awareness arises, how it functions, and whether it can exist independently of the mind. The field is highly interdisciplinary, involving psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, medicine, computer science, physics, and, in some cases, parapsychology. Some of the major areas of research may include: 1. The Neural Basis of Consciousness Researchers investigate which brain processes are associated wi
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Jun 253 min read
Parapsychology: Living Person Apparitions:
Living Person Apparitions are reports in which someone sees, hears, or senses a person who is actually alive but physically absent at the time of the experience (apparition). These experiences have been studied in parapsychology and psychical research for over a century. They are sometimes called veridical apparitions of the living or living agent apparitions. Common Features The experiencer perceives a recognizable person. The person is alive at the time of the apparition. T
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Jun 252 min read
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