Anomalous Mental Phenomenon – Classical Criminology – 1 Alien Kidnappings-1

Customary to these discourses, pseudoscience is addressed first and foremost. There is plenty of pseudo to go around in postmodern American culture. Mainstream media and social media are terrific examples. Of vlogs, pods, and blogs, fame and fortune are more important than substance and substantiation. Not to forget, of course, the unreality of reality T.V. In this respect, pseudoscience refers primarily to academia and mainstream culture, as previously noted. In the former instance, the "social studies arena" calls attention to the "four horsemen". These include the pseudoscientific fields of criminology, psychology, sociology, and theology. Secondarily, the adventure treks out into the real world to investigate the many vestiges of "baloney and sausage" (B.S.) ideations that perpetrate the inspiration of facts to the contrary. Unfortunately, those who ought to know better decide that the "cool-aid" is more palatable than the harsh realities of evidentiary authenticity. Pseudoscience has many collaborators.

????Nonetheless, and preferably, the various domains of the "social studies arena" are more or less philosophical adventures. In the never-ending assessment of ideological constructs in exploring metaphysical diversity, the notion of anomalous mental phenomenon invites further analysis. This, in turn, plays into the perspectives of classical criminology and rational choice theory. Willful instigation, by ideated creation, perpetrates the malice aforethought for intentional provocation. In the pseudosciences of the "social studies arena", various excusatory deterministic ideologies enter the psychic landscape to justify illicit behaviors. Classical criminology draws a sharp distinction between cause-effect thinking and resultant behavioral antics. Some would argue the cause-effect continuum as etiology traverses toward the teleology of purposeful behaviors. As to the latter point of conjecture, the explanation of phenomena is explored in terms of the purposes served for the individual. Fundamentally, all actions stem from intentional motivations.

????Regarding anomalous mental phenomena, whether a reference to psi research, parapsychology, or other speculative supernatural endeavors, the focus is on thinking processes. Beliefs, feelings, emotions, etc., can often influence every level of human interactivity. Some good and some bad thinking is how behavioral antics unfold. Where bias influences theoretical development, investigative design is influenced similarly. Opinions, rumors, and gossip are not evidence but adversely taint the reality of perspectives. Confirmation bias is always at work in collusion with subjective validation.

????As to alien abduction, extortion, kidnapping, and other sordid intrigue, the unreality of reality TV enjoys a good scam for material reward. Regarding studies conducted by a more skeptical "probe" from a scientific perspective, ongoing research suggests much hysteria about nothing. Over-reliance on eyewitnesses remains suspicious in questioning the motive and intent of those allegations where critical physical evidence is lacking. In one study, for example, considering so-called alien abductions, investigators asserted a standard claim of serious investigative processes. That is, human observation is notoriously fallible. To say that it is inaccurate is just the beginning point. Given a person's belief system, preconceived notions are used to satiate nebulous notions of how the world works. Cognitive bias intentionally shapes the subsequent outcome of personal wishful thinking. Later, during interviews, the perceptual framework is subjectively shaped to fit the preferred or tainted point of view.

?????In a side note brief departure, one researcher, a clinical psychic, otherwise known as a psychologist (i.e., "gist" versus "trist") with academic experience, immediately terms alleged alien abductions as an altered state of consciousness. This is fascinating because the human brain is an extraordinary organic structure. Defying a full understanding of everything the brain does is intriguing and puzzling. Nonetheless, the investigator mentioned here spent several years assessing the claims of E.T. kidnappings. Testimonial reliability comes up more often than not. Such notions extend into a frame of reference whereby the inquiry questions those matters beyond the "eyewitness" reconstruction. Pulling information from memory can be challenging in terms of precise and accurate recounting. Emotional reactivity in the course of the investigation may have a serious impact on reliability.

????As cited previously, the "gist," in contrast to the "trist," is a distinction some classical criminologists observe. The former refers to those with a Ph.D. and is typically called a "criminolo-gist", "psycholo-gist", etc. By contrast, enters the" psychia-trist". One is a psychiatrist who is also a medical doctor, went to medical school, and studied various science courses. Generally, the "trist" has an M.D. after their name. Regarding the "gist, "a typical perusal of Ph.D. requirements (e.g., criminology) usually does not include many science courses. In fact, at major universities in the southern U.S., no science courses are required from master's to Ph.D. So, is science involved in the alleged inquiries purporting to be scientifically driven? The answer is ironic, like the kettle calling the pot a darker shade of burnt performance. An inquiring "gist" surmises testimonial incompetence on the part of alleged testimony.

????For non-scientists, philosophers, metaphysicians, and rhetoricians, the claim of using "scientific methodology" justifies the claim of being a "scientist". In modern American culture, "scientist" is tossed about rather liberally and with much arrogance. Additionally, the investigator provides the conclusiveness of his or her biased testimonial point of reference. That taints every investigative design and subsequent process. Recently, a major media outlet sponsored an "investigative" adventure into the rather nebulous realm of "alien abductions". Hosted by movie star quality personalities, the scam continues a long tradition of mass marketing in non-reality promotion to ensure profit continuity. Not unlike the tactics used by organized crime, the genre reflects some of the more regressive aspects of American culture. The standard template for "reality shows" maintains a successful formula of sleight of hand. A high profile model-like standard issue well-coiffed and attired personality purports to be doing an investigation.

????With little or no, mostly none experience in lawful investigative procedures, "expertise" is promulgated by the skillful use of scripted and rehearsed materials. As one major Washington, D.C. news source points out, "reality T.V." and its associated scams, schemes, and hoaxes date back to the 1950's. Material, staging, and performance are planned, practiced, and executed to ensure effective continuity. Seemingly, there is nearly an endless array of templates for developing a "reality T.V." show, especially if the subject matter is alien-oriented. But, such also applies to the abundance of ghost hunting, cryptid stalking, and related paranormal adventures. Often more fake, or at least heavily laden with egregious fallacies of inference, the production style is about "bait and switch". Storytelling is more about acting, glamor, and glitz, with a touch of horror and well-placed use of technology. The use of real hardcore scientists to prove or disprove theories, etc., and insist upon evidentiary authenticity is conveniently avoided.

????Why balance a show with pseudoscience versus real science? That would likely not sell very well, even though some shows include the harsh reality of science. Instead, the preference is to exploit reality and thereby stimulate the salacious interests of the audience. It is more about the show's sexuality than any semblance of an actual investigation. From the philosophical perspective of skeptical inquiries, some will argue from the standpoint of imaginative creativity. Usually emanating from one of the schools of thought in the "social studies" arena, typically psychologists (not unlike psychics), viewpoint relegates alien kidnapping to the realms of the imagination. This in no way denies an alleged "abductees" story. Something happened, but who knows what? Sleep paralysis might be a logical conclusion.

????In a recent lecture by a paranormal investigator, a couple of dimensions of the human psyche are explored. The primacy of thinking, including all the organic subsets of neural interactivity, is not easily understood. With an investigative background akin to the field of law enforcement, the lecturer attempted to discuss the various dimensions of human thinking. Complex, intricate, and vaguely fathomed, human consciousness transcends various dimensional contexts, including the realms of the unconscious. While some domains of the pseudosciences, as reflected by various schools of thought, infer simplistic comprehension of brain functions, the reality is much more misunderstood. Nonetheless, the investigator above sought to interpret anomalous mental phenomena regarding matters of ghost hunting. As to the so-called "real" experiences of ghostly things, the evidence supporting such is woefully lacking.

????Despite the latest venture into the horror movie-making genre, one production company alludes to the story based on "real events". Supposedly adapted from personal experiences in allegedly America's most haunted city, the movie-making creepy factor is effective. That is, in terms of fictional storytelling for horror movie entertainment purposes. The lecturer above discusses people's fascination with recreating one's image. From fantasy or imaginative thinking, people create monsters from their perceptions of the world. Consider the ramifications. From one aspect of personality, there is the darkness of the "monster from the Id", better depicted as Bigfoot. Another mirrored reflection looks to a futuristic conception in some manifestation of an extraterrestrial. In between those variations come many other projections of psychic configuration.

????From angelic beings to voracious vampiric personas, thinking can be quite astonishing. An exploration of psychodynamic proclivities in the expression of human sexuality covers the broad expanse of behavioral antics. Some antisocial, some prosocial, and some betwixt all that, inside and outside, as well as beyond contrived social constraints. In the meantime, in efforts to figure it all out, evidentiary substantiation remains actively in progress. Nothing is foolproof, and no one has all the answers. Yet, investigative processes continue the fascination with an expectation that bits and pieces of the puzzles will eventually fall together. As one skeptical inquisitor asked, why are UFOs primarily harassing Navy pilots? Or, similarly lighthearted, why aren't aliens abducting skeptics? Seems like aliens are targeting believers, and only less than 1% of the U.S. population at best. The exact number of alien "kidnapping" operations is unknown, or the data is unreliable. Regardless, the ideations are suggestive of other behavioral issues at hand.

????Deeper contexts run in efforts to lurk in the shadows of primal thinking. More intense, sense-shaking spasms of thought to drive the impetus for mature ascension devolve comfortably to the baser survival modes. Bridging the gaps between conscious and unconscious states, as male-female aspects struggle for balance in the harmony of self-evolution. Retreating one preference of choices or the other, the imbalance is deviously regressive to the darker aspects of child-like reverberations. Non-productive fantasies entice the stagnation of immature inclinations. Why grow up and explore the logical animations of profound creativity? Instead, most linger in the basic realms of contrived consensus for subservient symbiosis. Academia is no different from corporate enterprises or any other institutional endeavor. Yet, some choose the abnormality of higher sensory innovations in personal differentiation. Of dreams where streams flow endlessly in choosing fluctuating currents of mindful motion.

????For cowardly preferences, many find flirtatious worship in safe and mediocre confines. Sacramental communion enjoys the creation and projection of gods and goddesses of all types. Imperfect metaphors for the shallow sanctification of frail finite existence. Positive versus negative, the psyche intentionally pursues the more simplistic child-like paths. Thus, the point pivots to the anomalous mental phenomenon and the saga of manifestations from within. Take, for instance, the concept of the "man-child". As to this theory, many refuse to grow up, and adolescence is prolonged into a seemingly adult format. In this regard, magical thinking can be entertaining, mystical, and mostly fictional. Where facts to the contrary subvert emotional reactivity in wishful thinking, and rational analysis asserts evidentiary authenticity, the decomposition of the truth is more palatable. So far, the conjecture is enticing. What is next? Draw a correlation between beliefs and other relative factors, such as gender.

????Going down that "rabbit hole" with the "Q"-curious and others, invites a surreal realm of diverse possibilities. For instance, in a study from a major American university in 2014, an assertion is made that 90% of the public believes in one form of the paranormal. That estimate is considerably higher than most polling data reported in mainstream media. An additional curiosity is the suggestion that supernatural beliefs are held despite a serious lack of scientific evidence. Accordingly, the study turned toward assessing gender as related to anomalous mental phenomena. Initially, the researchers believed that women scored higher in measures of paranormal beliefs than men. So, one might infer that the research design was influenced by their preconceived notions based on previous polling data.

????Likewise, with every observation, bias influences observable factors. But does the inquisitor go further, deeper, and more profoundly intuitive? What did the data above say about the curiosity of paranormal beliefs and gender-biased perspectives? From the interview/survey assessments, the slant is that women tend toward phenomenological belief systems, not to forget wonderment over instrumentation design, whether religion or witchcraft. Authors suggested philosophically, instead of scientific efficacy, that women lean more heavily on intuition. When posing an interrogatory, what methodology was used? As to the research considered in this instance, a "belief scale" was invented by an author unrelated to the study in question. Supposedly measuring multiple components of anomalous belief systems, the testing results suggested women scored higher than men regarding paranormal convictions. Another discussion and further analysis could ensue on this issue. Regardless, analytical assessment continues.

????Meanwhile, anomalous mental phenomenon emanates from personal ideation. Shaping cultural attributes, folklore, legends, myths, politics, etc., social interactivity is highly influenced by surreal anomalous manifestations. In another study, one researcher delves into what some call "paranormal tourism". With the range of supernatural themes in arts and entertainment and other communal interactions, the popularity of mystical topics continues to expand. An assortment of niches for such interests has developed within the travel and tourism industry. Various festivals, theme-oriented events, haunted locations, ghost tours, and so forth are now more popular than ever before. Public infotainment, mainstream media, social media, blogs, and vlogs offer paranormal expressions. At the same time, conventions, special events, and symposiums promote the array of beliefs associated with the supernatural. As such, the wide variety of topics includes everything from aliens and cryptids to ghosts and goblins.

????All of that suggests the necessity for continuous research. Interestingly, if the survey data is near some semblance of accuracy, many people believe in things they cannot prove. So far, the highest assessment has been roughly 90% of the U.S. population. Nearly everyone believes in something beyond the normal three-dimensional representations. However, few roam outside the easy conjecture of simplistic nebulous notions. In Gonzo Theory, expressed herein in reflection of the classical school of thought, the broad spectrum of incredulous inquiry includes about 20% to 25% of the population. Within this nexus, there is diversity of intellectual specialization. However, this is the sphere in which skeptical inquirers operate with a real-world focus on evidentiary necessity.

????From one sociological research institute, investigators from an academic perspective lament the lack of study in sociology relative to paranormal phenomena. Seemingly, as though so commonplace as to dismiss the importance of such inquiry, traditional academia appears to avoid such endeavors. Aside from the multiple decades of U.S. government examinations into the realms of anomalous mental phenomenon, some in the pseudoscience of the sociological enterprise complain of the deficiency of "real world" investigative efforts. And yes, the enterprise use of the word here has multiple inferences. One is tenure, and the other is social exploitation for personal advantage. Other self-serving issues are related as well. For non-practitioners, any conjecture can serve many purposes in theoretical frameworks. Nonetheless, one "think tank" asserts or accepts the survey suggestion that 90% of the U.S. population believes in some form of the supernatural. That includes many people, especially those in areas of study who ought to know better.

????Calling attention to the term "supernatural", the abovementioned research provided a broad, workable definition of such a phenomenon. This is to consolidate the many-faceted topical explorations of ideological variation into applicable usage. In short, the idea endeavors to include a broad range of topics. Of that effort, such queries concern unexplainable beliefs in interpreting diverse events or otherwise mysterious perceptions. The supernatural, an expansive consideration for metaphysical speculation, relates to phenomena encountered by humans that, at present, are unexplainable. Everything from aliens, Bigfoot, and UFOs, including cryptids, ghost hunting, and telekinesis, would fall within this realm of inquiry. That is a useable frame of reference to analyze further beliefs about reality and the necessity for scientific confirmation. Again, in flashback to earlier assessment, it is okay to use the word "pseudo" for things unknown.

????As others cringe and react with too much emotion, the word pseudoscience pertains to that which remains potentially transformable once evidence becomes clear and convincing. To that end, this discourse considers criminology within that configuration. When a real-world practitioner of criminology needs scientific analysis, such as law enforcement, the crime lab is called to the scene. The term "forensics" comes to mind. Reflecting the ancient source, evidence is argued toward substantial proof regarding the debates in the "forum". Figments of the imagination to the contrary, lights in the sky described as a UFO do not mean an alien invasion. Spooky sounds at night in a forest, creaking underbrush and rustling sounds, do not suggest a cryptid is present. The anomalous mental phenomenon continues to be of investigative relevance. Other discussions continue in the ongoing investigative processes concerning various anomalous occurrences.