How to Find a Parapsychologist
Parapsychology is the study of paranormal activity, psychic abilities, ghosts, apparitions and other observable phenomena not explained by traditional scientific beliefs. Parapsychologists generally conduct their investigations using empirical scientific research methodology along with the qualitative methods used by psychologists. Parapsychology is also sometimes called psychical research. The first organization to start investigating paranormal phenomena in a systematic way was the Society for Psychical Research, founded in 1882. Today parapsychology is practiced in a number of privately funded research centers, at some universities in the United States and the United Kingdom, and by numerous private individuals.
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Prepare a short description of what type of paranormal activity you are experiencing, or your other reasons for needing a parapsychologist. This will be the first question asked by an individual or organization.
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Contact an international parapsychological organization. Two of the most prominent organizations are the Parapsychological Association and the Society for Psychical Research. If you are reporting a paranormal event and wish to contact a researcher, these large organizations may be able to put you in touch with one. You may contact these organizations through the links found on this page.
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Contact a parapsychological organization in your area, or an individual parapsychologist. There are a few smaller parapsychological groups that operate in local areas. The Society for Psychical Research works with the Cognitive Sciences Laboratory in Palo Alto, Calif, The institute of Noetic Sciences, also based in California, and the Rhine Research Center in Durham, N.C. Links to the contacts pages of these organizations can be found on this page. Additionally, the Parapsychological Association maintains a listing of members, many of which have a web profile which can be contacted. A link to these can also be found on this page.
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Tips & Warnings
If your interest relates to reincarnation or your own particular past lives, there are many books that can get you started. Do your own research first so that you can get more out of a professional's help once you do find one.
Be cautious when consulting mediums or anyone else who claims to be able to speak to the dead. These practices have been known to be occasionally fraudulent or dangerous.
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