Anomalous information reception by mediums: A meta-analysis of the scientific evidence

Sarraf, Matthew A.; Tressoldi, Patrizio

doi:10.1016/j.explore.2020.04.002

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“…However, how is it possible to tackle this hypothesis from a scientific point of view? Despite some work to test the veracity of channeled information from deceased persons using rigorous methods such as triple-blinded study designs, there is no definitive evidence of survival of human consciousness or the existence of non-physical entities (Beischel et al 2015;Beischel and Schwartz 2007;Delorme et al 2013Delorme et al , 2018Sarraf, Woodley, and Tressoldi 2020).…”

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Channeling: A Non-pathological Possession and Dissociative Identity Experience or Something Else?

Pederzoli¹,

Tressoldi

Wahbeh

2021

Cult Med Psychiatry

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Channeling experiences are often compared with Dissociative Trance/Possession Disorders and Dissociative Identity Disorders and more recent diagnostic criteria presented in the DSM 5 and ICD-11. From this comparison, it emerges quite clearly that, for most cases, channeling can either be considered an exceptional non-ordinary mental experience or a non-pathological Dissociative Trance/Possession experience. If this characterization is valid, the next step is to understand the origin of channeling experiences. Are they an expression of channeler’s unconscious or voluntary mental mechanisms, or real connections with “other discarnate entities”? Given their peculiar characteristics, channeling experiences offer a unique opportunity for a scientific investigation and in particular, the origin of the information received by the channelers.

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Channeling: A Non-pathological Possession and Dissociative Identity Experience or Something Else?

Pederzoli¹,

Tressoldi

Wahbeh

2021

Cult Med Psychiatry

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“…However, how is it possible to tackle this hypothesis from a scientific point of view? Despite some work to test the veracity of channeled information from deceased persons using rigorous methods such as triple-blinded study designs, there is no definitive evidence of survival of human consciousness or the existence of non-physical entities as of yet (Beischel et al, 2015;Beischel & Schwartz, 2007;Delorme et al, 2013Delorme et al, , 2018Sarraf et al, 2020).…”

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Channeling: a non-pathological possession and dissociative identity experience or something else?

Pederzoli¹,

Tressoldi²,

Wahbeh³

2021

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Channeling experiences are often compared with Dissociative Trance/Possession Disorders and Dissociative Identity disorders and more recent diagnostic criteria presented in the DSM 5 and ICD-11.From this comparison, it emerges quite clearly that, for most cases, channeling can either be considered an exceptional non-ordinary mental experience or a non-pathological Dissociative Trance/Possession experience.If this characterization is valid, the next step is to understand the origin of channeling experiences. Are they an expression of channeler’s unconscious or voluntary mental mechanisms, or real connections with “other discarnate entities”?Given their peculiar characteristics, channeling experiences offer a unique opportunity for a scientific investigation and in particular, the origin of the information received by the channelers.

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“…One main noetic source participants mentioned was deceased people. Purported communication with the deceased has been well-studied in the context of mental mediumship (Beischel and Zingrone 2015;Temple and Harper 2009;Rock et al 2020;Sarraf, Woodley, and Tressoldi 2020;Braude 2003;Fontana 2005), including multiple studies using triple-blind methods demonstrating that mediums can obtain veri ably correct information about deceased people that they could not have known through traditional means (Beischel and Schwartz 2007;Delorme et al 2013;Delorme et al 2018). Also, people reporting contact with the dead is a globally widespread phenomenon, with 25-53% of people reporting that they had contact with the dead (Greeley 1987;Greeley 1975;Haraldsson and Houtkooper 1991;Pew Research Center 2009).…”

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Qualitative analysis of first-person accounts of noetic experiences

Wahbeh

Fry

Speirn

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The term “noetic” comes from the Greek word noēsis/noētikos that means inner wisdom, direct knowing, intuition, or implicit understanding. Strong cultural taboo exist about sharing these experiences. Thus, many may not feel comfortable transparently discussing or researching these topics, despite growing evidence that these experiences may be real. The study’s objective was to qualitatively evaluate first-hand accounts of noetic experiences. 521 English-speaking adults from around the world completed an online survey collected demographic data and four open-ended questions about noetic experiences. Thematic analysis was used to characterize the data. The ten most used codes were expressing to or sharing with others, impacts decision making, intuition/”just knowing,” meditation/hypnosis, inner visions, setting intentions/getting into the “state,” healing others, writing for self, and inner voice. There were five main themes identified: 1. Ways of Engagement; 2. Ways of Knowing; 3. Types of Information; 4. Ways of Affecting; and 5. Ways of Expressing. Subthemes. Future research will include investigating the nuances of these themes and also establishing standardized methods for evaluating them. This would also then inform curricula and therapies to support people in these experiences.

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Anomalous information reception by mediums: A meta-analysis of the scientific evidence

Cited by 35 publications

References 13 publications

Channeling: A Non-pathological Possession and Dissociative Identity Experience or Something Else?

Channeling: A Non-pathological Possession and Dissociative Identity Experience or Something Else?

Channeling: a non-pathological possession and dissociative identity experience or something else?

Qualitative analysis of first-person accounts of noetic experiences

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