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Anomalistic Psychology 

Anomalistic Psychology

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1380 Views

The science behind claims of alien encounters and visions of ghosts can be even more fascinating than the sensationalist headlines.

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Anomalistic Psychology 

Anomalistic Psychology & Critical Thinking

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1649 Views

Studying paranormal claims is as much about revealing imperfections in the human mind as it is about flying saucers, ghosts,

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Psychics & Astrologers 

How true to life are the psychics and psychologists in ‘Red Lights’?

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1310 Views

Chris French gives his verdict on the newly released film Red Lights starring Robert De Niro.

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Psychics & Astrologers 

Scientists put psychic’s paranormal claims to the test

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1199 Views

Professional medium Patricia Putt was subjected to a rigorous scientific test of her powers as the first stage of her

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Psychics & Astrologers 

Astrology doesn’t work …

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1441 Views

There are many psychological factors that play a role in explaining such belief …

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Psychics & Astrologers 

The Halloween Challenge

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1275 Views

Psychics gave blind readings to five volunteers in an experiment at Goldsmiths, University of London. How did they fare?

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Conspiracies 

John F Kennedy: 50th anniversary of a conspiracy theory

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1285 Views

At no point have more than 36% of Americans believed Kennedy was assassinated by a lone gunman. What is it

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Conspiracies 

Why are conspiracy theories so attractive?

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1286 Views

Should we distrust our own ability to reason? Why is debunking conspiracy theories such a risky business? And is David

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Conspiracies 

Are Conspiracy Theories Damaging Democracy?

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1415 Views

From aliens in area 51 to the moon landings being faked – many conspiracy theories are viewed as harmless fun.

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Conspiracies 

Conspiracy Theories

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 FrenchAnomPsych 1392 Views

Claudia Hammond presents the psychology of conspiracy theories.

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