Understanding Anomalistic Psychology

Anomalistic psychology seeks to provide non-paranormal explanations for experiences often labeled as paranormal, such as sightings of ghosts or unexplained phenomena. The field operates under the hypothesis that paranormal forces do not exist and aims to interpret bizarre experiences through psychological factors like memory unreliability and cognitive biases. A significant focus is placed on identifying how past experiences, beliefs, and emotional states contribute to an individual's interpretation of strange occurrences. By analyzing these elements, the field hopes to demystify experiences that many attribute to the supernatural.