Ghosty Ghost by Emily

Why the Human Brain Creates Paranormal Experiences: The Hidden Science Behind Ghost Sightings Every year, millions of people around the world search for answers to one unsettling question: Are ghosts real? From shadowy figures in dark rooms to unexplained sounds and sudden chills, paranormal experiences are reported across cultures, ages, and locations. But what if the real mystery lies not in haunted places but in the human brain itself? This article explores why people genuinely experience paranormal events , combining psychology, neuroscience, history, and modern research in a way that explains without dismissing personal experiences. Why Paranormal Experiences Feel So Real People who encounter unexplained phenomena often describe them as vivid, emotional, and unforgettable. This is because the brain does not simply record reality it interprets it . The human brain evolved to detect danger quickly. In low light, silence, or unfamiliar environments, the brain fills in missing inform...