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EMF & The ParanormalPresented 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=mc2
• 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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