Science of the Supernatural

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Critical Thinking for the Mind and Brain

Häftad, Engelska, 2026

AvMelissa Maffeo

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How can science explain ghost sightings, psychic readings, or the feeling of presence in an empty room? This book explores eerie, unexplained experiences through the lens of neuroscience and psychology. With chapters on sleep paralysis, alien abductions, false memories, psychic readings, mystical experiences, and even zombies, it invites readers to examine how the brain generates strange sensations - and why we often interpret them as supernatural. Designed to spark curiosity and sharpen critical thinking, this book blends scientific insight with storytelling. It is perfect for students, educators, and curious readers alike. Whether you're a skeptic, a believer, or somewhere in between, you'll come away with a deeper understanding of how our brains shape belief.

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Utgivningsdatum2026-03-19
Mått152 x 229 x 13 mm
Vikt352 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor212
FörlagCambridge University Press
ISBN9781009322379

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Science of the supernatural Maffeo; Introduction: why study the science of the supernatural?; 1. Why are scary things scary? The neuroscience of fear; 2. Bravery in the shadows: altruism, empathy, and the neurobiology of heroism; 3. The EMF is going crazy: ghosts, gadgets, and the temporal lobe; 4. They only come out at night: the brain's role in nighttime hallucinations; 5. Extraterrestrials, running over pedestrians: alien abductions and the science of suggestibility; 6. Tea leaves and tarot cards: psychic readings and illusions of cognition; 7. The call is coming from inside the house: rabies, parasites, and the truth behind zombies; 8. Your brain on infinity: psychedelics, mystical experiences, and altered states of consciousness; Conclusion: the courage to keep asking questions.