Psychology says people reporting alien contact aren’t necessarily lying or dreaming, their brains may be building experiences that feel externally real

Strikingly similar accounts of alien encounters are often rooted in the brain's ability to generate vivid, real-feeling experiences, especially during sleep paralysis. Psychological research highlights traits like absorption and fantasy proneness, alongside memory's reconstructive nature, contributing to these perceptions. Cultural narratives then shape how these internal events are interpreted.

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