Extrasensory Perception
Extrasensory perception refers to the claimed ability to perceive information without using the known senses.
Overview
ESP typically includes telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition. The term is used in both popular and parapsychological contexts.
Key Insight
ESP implies information acquisition beyond the usual sensory channels.
Scientific Status
Studied mainly in parapsychology; not accepted as established by mainstream science.
How Researchers Study It
Controlled guessing experiments, Ganzfeld protocols, and meta-analyses.
Quick Facts
- Field
- parapsychology
- Related Concepts
- telepathy, clairvoyance, precognition
- Typical Context
- anomalous cognition research
Related Terms
FAQ
Is ESP the same as psi?
ESP is a type of psi; psi also includes psychokinesis and related claims.