EMF & the paranormal

EMF & The Paranormal Presented by CAPS By Kimberly Raines

EMF stands for electromagnetic field.
This is a physical field produced by electrically charged objects.
It is called “electromagnetic” because it contains properties of both magnetism and electricity.
What is EMF?

MAN MADE SOURCES
Electrical appliances
X-rays
Wi-Fi Modems
Remote controls
Cordless and mobile phones
Earth’s magnetic field
Visible light
Lightning
NATURAL SOURCES
Where Does It Come From?

The EM spectrum contains visible light, radio waves, microwaves, x-rays, etc.
The Electromagnetic Spectrum

EM waves travel in straight lines at the speed of light.
All EM waves have a frequency and a wavelength. Frequency is measured in Hertz.
These waves are also referred to as ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
Exposure to ionizing radiation has known side effects.
Basics of Electromagnetism

Albert Einstein: E=mc 2
Matter/ energy cannot be created or destroyed.
Matter and energy are different forms of the same thing.
Matter can be turned into energy and energy can be turned into matter
How Does This Relate To Ghosts?

Tiny electrical currents exist in the human body.
Digestion, brain activity, heart function and the central nervous system function through the rearrangement of charged particles.
Is it possible that these electrical processes carry on in some fashion after death?
Is this the mechanism of a ghost?
EMF And The Human Body

States that the EMF carried by the brain is the actual carrier of human consciousness. This is also known as the CEMI theory
CEMI=Conscious Electro Magnetic Information Field by Johnjoe McFadden (2002)
Another researcher, Dr. Susan Pockett , suggests that the EM field comprises a universal consciousness that experiences the sensations, perceptions, thoughts and emotions of every conscious being in the universe.
Many scientists refute these theories
Electromagnetic Theory of Consciousness

EMF is measured in terms of frequency.
Frequency is measured in hertz.
Some EMF meters measure in milligauss which is a measurement of the strength of the radiant field rather than frequency.
These meters can be used to track the source of an EMF.
How is EMF Measured?

Measures natural and manmade EMF’s including radio and microwaves
Measures in 3-D (3-axis)
Can also measure ELF (extremely low frequency) and VLF (very low frequency)
Detects static and fluctuating fields
Very sensitive-range of 25ft
Audible alarm
Types of EMF Detectors Tri-Field Meter

Measures manmade EMF’s including RF and ELF fields
Measures in a single axis.
Range of 10 ft
Audible alarm
Types of EMF Detectors Cell Sensor

Made popular by the “Ghost Hunter” TV show.
Detects manmade EMF’s including ELF/VLF
Measures in a single axis
Range of 10 ft
LED display
Instantaneous response to EMF spikes and fluctuations
ONLY detects fluctuating fields
Types of EMF Detectors K II meter

Inexpensive low tech solution.
Allows you to hear EMF’s
Picks up EMF from electrical motors, electronic equipment, etc.
Simply turn the dial to where there is no station and little noise
Then walk around and place it close to electrical outlets, exposed wires, fluorescent lights, etc w/speaker facing you.
Choose a radio that does not have digital controls as these have built-in anti-static devices.
EMF will manifest as static
Types of EMF Detectors AM Radio

Inexpensive low tech solution.
Best for detecting natural fields (Earth’s magnetic field outdoors)
Keep compass flat and walk in a straight line
Stand still to take readings
Use a compass with a freely moving needle
Magnetic deposits (which are linked to hauntings) will attract the needle as will overhead powerlines
North NEVER moves, once above interferences have been ruled out, even a slight shift is significant
Check again another day, true hauntings are transitive and should not yield the same results day after day
Types of EMF Detectors Compass

Although EMFs are a scientific, measurable phenomena, there is no way to prove a correlation between EMF changes and ghosts
Decades of study have found no verifiable link between NORMAL levels of EMF pollution and short or long term health effects.
However, exposure to complex EMF may cause hallucinations
EMF-Other Considerations

External EMF And The Body
Humans have always existed in a sea of natural EMF.
However, the increasing use of cellphones, wireless networks, and other technologies has increased our exposure to manmade EMF.
How does this increase interact with the body?

According to Persinger and St.Pierre’s 2006 study, 15 years of study “have shown that the sensed presence of a ‘sentient being’” can be evoked by applying a very specific weak magnetic field to the brain.
According to a 1999 report from the WHO, ELF electrical fields can induce an electrical charge on the skin causing body hair to vibrate.
In the same report, volunteers exposed to an ELF magnetic field experienced faint visual flickering sensations.
EMF-Other Considerations http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16861170 http://www.who.int/peh-emf/meetings/archive/en/keynote4repacholi.pdf

I was unable to find any scientific documentation or legitimate study on the subject of “fear cages" and manmade EMF.
On the other hand, research suggests that infrasound (20Hz-22kHz) can produce feelings of sorrow, anxiety, chills and dizziness in some people
Dr. Michael Persinger has linked changes in the Earth’s geomagnetic field to UFO sightings and other anomalous reports
The Fear Cage Effect http://www.skepdic.com/infrasound.html

EHS is a perceived sensitivity to EMF
Suffers experience very real symptoms of dizziness, fatigue, headache, heart palpitations, etc seemingly in response to EMF exposure.
There is no medical evidence to support this diagnosis; all cases have been self-diagnosed
Scientific studies have shown no link between these symptoms and EMF
Current theory suggests that this is a psychosomatic illness; people have basically perceived themselves into being ill
EHS-Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electromagnetic_hypersensitivity

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