Parapsychology is the branch of psychology which attempts to scientifically study anomalous phenomena such as alleged psychic powers, UFO sightings, alien abduction experiences, haunting or possession experiences, etc.
One does not have to take a position on the objective reality of such alleged phenomena to be a parapsychologist. Indeed, although admittedly there are very few tenured parapsychology researchers in the world, some of them think that there is no convincing evidence for any (or hardly any) of these "paranormal" phenomena; some state that the evidence for, say, remote viewing, is very compelling; and some parapsychologists prefer not to be drawn on their true beliefs, simply saying "We must investigate these phenomena without either dismissing them out of hand as non-existent, nor necessarily taking them at face value".
There is thus a certain amount of overlap with the Society: Paranormal category and the Science: Anomalies and Alternative Science category, but this category is restricted specifically to scientific investigations (that is, investigations using a recognizably scientific and rationalist methodology) of the paranormal and other presently-inexplicable anomalies involving the human mind.
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Founded in 1885, the ASPR supports the scientific investigation of extraordinary, or yet unexplained phenomena that have been called psychic or paranormal.
Researches life after death by studying mediumship and spirit healing. Includes photographs of the editorial team and peer-reviewed cases.
Based in Sydney, New South Wales. Publishes a peer-reviewed journal twice a year with back issues available. Offers certification courses. Listed are past events and information about their publications.
Non-profit research and educational organization that studies out-of-body experience (OBE), bioenergy, paranormal phenomena, and consciousness development.
Department of Psychology, University of Edinburgh. Information and online experiments.
A blog covering parapsychology, psi research, ESP, healing and alternative medicine.
Member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
A not-for-profit grant-making foundation which provides a support for the scientific investigation of psychic phenomena. Provides information about the organization, publications, grants, and news.
Free online educational-entertainment resources for parapsychology, psychical research and mind magic.
The research and products of a company that studies the mind's ability to impact the world.
Studies the relationship between spirituality and paranormal phenomena.
Promotes research and investigation of paranormal science. Actively seeking accounts of paranormal or psychic experiences. Durham, NC, US.
Paranormal activity investigated over a five year period and considered to be genuine by the UK's Society for Psychical Research. Includes a collection of articles and papers penned by SPR members and a selection of perspectives by participants. The book is also offered for sale.
Scientific reports, biography and predictions from the psychic Sean Harribance.
Founded to advance the understanding of events and abilities commonly described as 'psychic' or 'paranormal'. Membership details, journal, research directory, notices, conferences, and contact information.
Investigations and research on the paranormal. Includes articles and theories on ghosts, hauntings, psychic abilities, and offers certification awards.
Magazine articles, research papers, and interview transcripts.
Also researches life after death and animal consciousness. Includes peer-reviewed research papers, books and conference presentations.
Article by Jessica Utts and Brian D. Josephson discussing the evidence for paranormal remote viewing.
(April 05, 1996)
Promotes research and investigation of paranormal science. Actively seeking accounts of paranormal or psychic experiences. Durham, NC, US.
Researches life after death by studying mediumship and spirit healing. Includes photographs of the editorial team and peer-reviewed cases.
Founded to advance the understanding of events and abilities commonly described as 'psychic' or 'paranormal'. Membership details, journal, research directory, notices, conferences, and contact information.
Based in Sydney, New South Wales. Publishes a peer-reviewed journal twice a year with back issues available. Offers certification courses. Listed are past events and information about their publications.
Also researches life after death and animal consciousness. Includes peer-reviewed research papers, books and conference presentations.
Magazine articles, research papers, and interview transcripts.
Paranormal activity investigated over a five year period and considered to be genuine by the UK's Society for Psychical Research. Includes a collection of articles and papers penned by SPR members and a selection of perspectives by participants. The book is also offered for sale.
Studies the relationship between spirituality and paranormal phenomena.
The research and products of a company that studies the mind's ability to impact the world.
A blog covering parapsychology, psi research, ESP, healing and alternative medicine.
Department of Psychology, University of Edinburgh. Information and online experiments.
Scientific reports, biography and predictions from the psychic Sean Harribance.
Free online educational-entertainment resources for parapsychology, psychical research and mind magic.
Investigations and research on the paranormal. Includes articles and theories on ghosts, hauntings, psychic abilities, and offers certification awards.
Non-profit research and educational organization that studies out-of-body experience (OBE), bioenergy, paranormal phenomena, and consciousness development.
Member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Founded in 1885, the ASPR supports the scientific investigation of extraordinary, or yet unexplained phenomena that have been called psychic or paranormal.
A not-for-profit grant-making foundation which provides a support for the scientific investigation of psychic phenomena. Provides information about the organization, publications, grants, and news.
Article by Jessica Utts and Brian D. Josephson discussing the evidence for paranormal remote viewing.
(April 05, 1996)
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