Are ghost hunters parapsychologists?

By John Kruth Director Rhine Research Center

Though some parapsychologists work in the field, collecting data about haunted locations or strange phenomena, it is nothing like what you might see on TV shows about the paranormal. Parapsychologists work mostly in a laboratory setting, running controlled experiments to learn about the nature of psi.

Some paranormal investigators, very few actually, have training in the scientific method and apply critical methodology to their investigations of reported hauntings or apparitions. Actual parapsychologists don’t rely strictly on instrument and technology, and they search for physical explanations before they seek alternative theories.

To  ask questions about parapsychology and to learn more about this intriguing and interesting field, you can submit your own questions to   Ask A Parapsychologist at the Rhine Research Center www.Rhine.org