Scientists have discovered why people can see ghosts

American scientists conducted an unusual experiment to understand why some people feel the presence of the dead and see mysterious images. To do this, the volunteers were placed in a dark room with a mirror, where they had to spend almost an hour. The study was published in the Journal of Anomalous Experience and Cognition.

The experiment involved 30 people. Some previously claimed to have encountered ghosts, others had synesthesia, a feature of the brain in which, for example, sounds can be associated with colors. Participants were asked to remember a loved one who had died for 15 minutes and then to look in the mirror for 45 minutes.

During the experiment, volunteers reported unusual sensations, and scientists monitored their pulse, room temperature and electromagnetic field. Some of the participants felt a presence. One woman even said she felt a deceased relative patting her hair gently.

The researchers found a curious pattern. People with a more developed creative imagination were more likely to report vivid visions and strong experiences. Synesthesia alone did not increase the likelihood of such sensations. Scientists have also noticed a possible link between geomagnetic oscillations and unusual experiences, but this requires further verification.

Experts came to the conclusion that the alleged encounters with ghosts can be explained by the peculiarities of human perception, personal memories and the surrounding environment. The experiment did not confirm the existence of otherworldly forces, but showed how convincing images and sensations created by one’s own brain can be for a person.

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