Code of Ethics

🧭 Standard Operating Procedures & Ethical Resources

A Foundational Guide for Responsible Paranormal Practice in an Era of Ethical Erosion

In a time when spectacle often eclipses substance, and unethical practices are not only tolerated but rewarded, the need for principled, intelligent, and transparent protocols in the paranormal field has never been more urgent. This guide offers a framework for those committed to restoring credibility, compassion, and critical thinking to a discipline too often distorted by ego, exploitation, and entertainment.

📚 Purpose of This Guide

This section provides a comprehensive foundation for those entering or refining their work in the paranormal and related fields. It includes protocols, procedures, manuals, and tools designed to support ethical and effective practice. While adaptable to individual needs, these resources are rooted in a shared commitment to responsibility, discernment, and the pursuit of truth.

🧠 Code of Ethics for Paranormal and Related Fields

A code of ethics is not a formality—it is a declaration of values. It affirms that your work is not driven by personal gain, spectacle, or opportunism, but by care, integrity, and a deep respect for the living, the dead, and the unknown.

Core Commitments:

• 🧭 Prioritize Integrity Over Ego Uphold professionalism, compassion, and ethical responsibility in all research, investigations, and interactions—with both the living and the deceased.

• 🧘 Maintain Ethical Consistency Do not compromise your standards for popularity, profit, or convenience. Ethical erosion begins with small concessions.

• 🚫 Reject Impairment and Misconduct Never conduct investigations under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Do not manipulate, fabricate, or enhance evidence for effect.

• 🐾 Protect All Life Do not harm animals or any living being in the name of research. Respect the dignity of the dying and the recently deceased—wait a minimum of 3 months (or longer) before attempting contact unless legal consent has been granted.

• ⚖️ Obey the Law No research justifies illegal activity. Ethical inquiry must remain within the bounds of legality and human decency.

• 🚗 Practice Safety Never operate investigative equipment while driving. Safety is a non-negotiable baseline.

• 📖 Be Competent Before You Act Do not engage in investigations or experiments without proper training. Know your tools, your methods, and the risks involved.

• 🧪 Honor the Scientific Process Place the highest standards on data collection, documentation, and analysis. Your credibility depends on it.

• 🌱 Evolve Without Compromise Growth in the field must never come at the cost of ethical regression. Let your evolution be marked by depth, not dilution.

• 🌟 Lead by Example Be a model of integrity. Let your work speak not only for your skill, but for your character.

🚫 Practices That Must Be Rejected by Ethical Practitioners

In an age where deception is often rewarded with visibility, it is vital to name and reject the behaviors that undermine the field’s legitimacy:

Unethical Practices to Avoid:

• Exploiting Celebrity Deaths for clicks or premature spirit communication

• Fabricating or Editing Evidence to create false narratives

• Using Jump Cuts or fragmented sessions to mislead viewers

• Ignoring the Grieving or using their pain for content

• Prioritizing Ego or Fame over truth and safety

• Lying, Misleading, or Faking Abilities for attention or profit

• Avoiding Debunking because it threatens your brand

• Selling False Hope through unverified apps, devices, or prophecies

• Confusing Entertainment with Research—they are not the same

• Falling for Illusionists or unvetted personalities in the field

• Claiming Credentials You Haven’t Earned

• Joining Cult-Like Groups that discourage critical thinking

• Turning the Field into a Popularity Contest

• Equating Expensive Gear with Expertise

• Lying About Spirit Communication for views or sales

🧭 Why This Matters Now

The paranormal field is at a cultural crossroads. As social media rewards spectacle over substance, and as misinformation spreads faster than truth, the field risks becoming a parody of itself. Without a collective return to ethical rigor, the work of sincere investigators will be drowned out by illusionists, opportunists, and digital charlatans.

This guide is not just a set of rules—it is a call to conscience. It is a reminder that the unknown deserves reverence, not exploitation. That the grieving deserve care, not content. And that the field, if it is to evolve, must do so with its soul intact.

This material is part of an ongoing inquiry. It is not to be copied, republished, or excerpted without explicit permission. Integrity matters—context is everything.

Case Protocol and Procedures

Paranormal Investigation - Case Protocol and Procedures

🧭 Case Protocol & Procedures for Paranormal Investigation

A Framework for Ethical, Methodical, and Evidence-Based Inquiry

This guide is intended for investigators and research teams committed to conducting paranormal investigations with professionalism, discernment, and scientific integrity. While procedural variations may exist across teams, the following framework offers a foundational standard for responsible practice.

1. 📞 Initial Contact & Case Triage

Objective: Establish first contact and determine whether the case warrants further inquiry.

• Upon receiving an inquiry, the lead investigator conducts a preliminary conversation to gather essential context.

• Schedule an Initial Interview Appointment based on the nature and urgency of the case.

• Preferred formats: in-person, phone, or secure video call. Text or email alone is discouraged due to the need for nuanced communication.

2. 🗂️ Initial Interview & Case Assessment

Objective: Conduct a comprehensive intake to determine case viability.

• Collect detailed accounts of all reported phenomena.

• Encourage open dialogue—clients may ask questions, express concerns, or clarify expectations.

• Complete and review:

  • Client Questionnaire

  • Case Acceptance or Rejection Form

Decision Point:

• If the case is deemed non-viable (e.g., explainable by natural or psychological causes), conclude the process respectfully.

• If accepted, proceed with:

  • Case Intake Form

  • Signed waivers, disclosures, and expectation agreements

  • Schedule the On-Site Interview

3. 🏠 On-Site Interview & Environmental Orientation

Objective: Familiarize the team with the physical environment and deepen contextual understanding.

• Conduct a guided walkthrough of the affected areas with the client.

• Complete the Preliminary Walk-Around Checklist

• Finalize any outstanding documentation.

• Provide the client with an Investigation Overview Packet, including:

  • What to expect

  • Roles of any specialists (e.g., intuitive consultants, animal communicators, psychic artists)

  • Consent and release forms for all participants

• Address logistical details and pre-investigation protocols.

4. 🔬 Field Investigation

Objective: Execute the investigation with precision, professionalism, and ethical care.

• Arrive on-site and perform all technical and spiritual setup:

  • Audio/video equipment, EMF meters, ITC devices, environmental sensors

  • Spiritual or intuitive tools, if applicable

• Ensure all equipment is tested and operational.

• Relocate clients if necessary to preserve environmental control.

• Conduct the investigation according to the pre-established plan.

• Conclude with a Post-Investigation Walkthrough and client debrief.

• Complete the Investigation Satisfaction Form.

5. 🧠 Evidence Analysis & Internal Review

Objective: Evaluate findings with intellectual rigor and collaborative insight.

• Allocate sufficient time for:

  • Reviewing audio/video data

  • Analyzing ITC/EVP recordings

  • Cross-referencing environmental readings

• Convene a Case Review Meeting to:

  • Synthesize findings

  • Discuss anomalies, patterns, and potential explanations

  • Formulate a Case Conclusion and Client Care Plan

6. 📄 Client Debrief & Case Resolution

Objective: Deliver findings with clarity, compassion, and actionable guidance.

• Present a written Case Summary Report to the client.

• Review all findings, interpretations, and recommendations.

• Offer a Care Plan that may include:

  • Environmental changes

  • Psychological support referrals

  • Spiritual or energetic practices (if aligned with client beliefs)

• Determine whether to:

  • Officially close the case

  • Schedule a follow-up

  • Plan a secondary investigation

Professional Courtesy: Send a thank-you note to the client promptly. Reaffirm availability for future support.

7. 🔁 Follow-Up & Case Closure

Objective: Ensure client well-being and procedural closure.

• Conduct a follow-up interview to assess:

  • Client satisfaction with the care plan

  • Any recurrence or escalation of phenomena

• Provide optional feedback forms or surveys.

• If no further action is needed, formally close the case.

🧭 Final Note

This material is part of an ongoing inquiry. It is not to be copied, republished, or excerpted without explicit permission. Integrity matters—context is everything.

Science in Paranormal Research

🧠 The Role of Science in Paranormal Research: A Call for Epistemic Integrity

🔍 Defining the Object of Inquiry

In any scientific endeavor, the first imperative is ontological clarity: the object under investigation must be precisely identified. If one claims to be studying a red blood cell, it must, in fact, be a red blood cell—verifiable, observable, and distinct from other biological entities. This foundational principle of identification is not merely procedural; it is epistemological. Without it, inquiry collapses into speculation.

👻 Establishing the Paranormal

Paranormal research faces a unique epistemic burden: before any scientific method can be applied, the phenomenon in question must be shown to be genuinely “paranormal.” That is, it must lie outside the explanatory scope of current scientific understanding. If a phenomenon can be accounted for by known psychological, physical, or environmental mechanisms, it is—by definition—not paranormal.

The Oxford Languages define the paranormal as “events or phenomena such as telekinesis or clairvoyance that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding.” This definition demands that psychology, as a science, be included in the vetting process. Misattributing psychological phenomena to the paranormal undermines both disciplines and erodes public trust.

🧪 Criteria for Scientific Engagement

To elevate paranormal research beyond anecdote and entertainment, it must be subjected to the same methodological rigor as any other scientific field. This includes:

• Controlled Research Environments Scientific credibility hinges on control. Every variable—temporal, environmental, procedural—must be accounted for. Hypotheses must be clearly articulated, methodologies repeatable, and data collection systematic. Only through such rigor can results be validated and replicated.

• Limitations of Uncontrolled Settings While spontaneous or uncontrolled experiences may offer intriguing leads, they cannot yield definitive conclusions. Anecdotal evidence, no matter how compelling, lacks the reproducibility required for scientific validation. Without control, conclusions remain speculative, and the field remains marginalized.

🧭 The Imperative of Scientific Integrity

Science is not the adversary of the paranormal—it is its only viable path to legitimacy. For the field to be taken seriously, researchers must not only understand scientific principles but also apply them with intellectual honesty. This includes the willingness to:

• Accept when phenomena are explainable by existing science.

• Abandon cherished theories when evidence contradicts them.

• Resist the temptation to prioritize entertainment over epistemic responsibility.

⚖️ Bridging Worlds: Toward a Mature Paradigm

The greatest challenge facing paranormal research today is not the absence of phenomena, but the reluctance to engage them with disciplined inquiry. Too often, researchers retreat from science when it threatens their assumptions or undermines the mystique of their findings. This resistance stunts the field’s evolution.

To move forward, paranormal inquiry must mature—embracing falsifiability, methodological transparency, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Only then can it transcend its current liminality and contribute meaningfully to our understanding of consciousness, perception, and the boundaries of human experience.

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Residual Hauntings

Residual Spirits

Residual spirits are ghosts unaware they’ve died. They usually repeat their last moments of life, unaware any time has passed. They don't understand that they've died or that the living are present. They remain completely unconscious and unaware of the living.

Residual Hauntings

There are two types of residual hauntings:

1. A spirit in denial of its death.

2. A memory imprint.

Patterns of Spirit Behavior

Residual spirits or hauntings repeat a familiar pattern of behavior, often in the last moments of life. For example, a middle-aged person might walk down a staircase, slip, fall, and break their neck. This unexpected trauma can render the spirit unable or unwilling to accept their fate. They enter a post-mortem state of denial, blocking everything out around them and freezing in that moment of time. They repeat this pattern until they can come to terms with their death, which can take decades or longer.

Markers for Residual Hauntings

-- The pattern of spiritual activity happens at the same time every hour, day, or anniversary marker.

-- The exact pattern of paranormal events repeats without deviations (e.g., footsteps, door slams).

-- The spirit does not communicate with the living, regardless of attempts made.

-- The spirit shows no signs of conscious awareness—they do not see, hear, or know what’s going on around them.

Memory Imprints

Memory imprints are rare and need to resolve themselves over time. The living can pray or try to lighten a load of any negative energy with practices like saging the area or burning energy-balancing incense or candles. However, this is not a soul, spirit, or being; it’s actual energy trapped in a moment of time, repeating itself. So highly charged paranormally, it manifests in this manner. This type of haunting may be the saddest, as there is no conscious awareness and no way to remove or resolve the conflict. It is no longer affecting the person who has passed over, but it can affect the living around this energy and attract negative energy, potentially evolving into a poltergeist.

Conclusion

Once it’s clear that haunting is residual, extreme care must be taken in moving forward. Residual spirits are severely traumatized, which is why they refuse to face the reality of their death and cross over. Trying to force their awareness, remove them from the premises, or interact with them can be cruel and dangerous. Once it’s confirmed as a residual haunting, it's usually best to leave the spirit to work it out on their own and not interfere.

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EVP/ITC Spirit Device Session Overview

🧠 EVP/ITC Spirit Device Sessions

Establishing a Paracognitive and Research-Based Framework for Spirit Communication

Definition

An EVP/ITC Spirit Device Session is any intentional attempt to facilitate communication with non-corporeal intelligences using electronic, digital, or sound-based instruments. This includes real-time or recorded interactions via sound recorders, radios, apps, or custom-built devices. The goal is to detect anomalous phenomena that may indicate intelligent, discarnate presence.

However, not all sessions qualify as legitimate research. Without methodological integrity, sessions risk becoming entertainment-based speculation. To move from anecdotal enthusiasm to epistemic credibility, we must distinguish between:

• Enthusiast Sessions: Casual, exploratory, or recreational in nature.

• Paranormal Research Sessions: Structured, repeatable, and debunk-aware.

• Scientific Inquiry: Empirically grounded, falsifiable, and peer-verifiable.

⚠️ The Problem: Misclassification and Cognitive Drift

Many sessions are mislabeled as “research” when they do not meet even the most basic investigative standards. This misclassification dilutes the field, perpetuates cognitive bias, and undermines the credibility of those working toward legitimate discovery.

To elevate the field, we must first establish a clear threshold: A session cannot be considered “paranormal research” unless it meets the following criteria.

✅ EVP/ITC Session Criteria: The Paranormal Research Standard

1. Cognitive and Perceptual Preparedness

Pareidolia Awareness

Pareidolia is the brain’s natural tendency to impose meaning on random stimuli.

• Visual Pareidolia: Seeing faces in clouds, patterns in static, or images in shadows.

• Auditory Pareidolia: Hearing structured words or phrases in ambiguous sounds, such as white noise, reversed audio, or layered frequencies.

Practitioners must be trained to recognize and mitigate pareidolic influence through blind analysis, control samples, and peer review. Without this awareness, the risk of false positives is extremely high.

2. Debunking as First Principle

Debunking is not skepticism—it is the foundation of integrity. If a phenomenon can be explained by known science, it is not paranormal. This is not a limitation; it is a necessary boundary that protects the field from pseudoscience.

• All evidence must be subjected to falsification attempts.

• Practitioners must consult experts in acoustics, signal processing, and environmental science.

• Repeatability and independent verification are essential.

Only when all known explanations are exhausted can a phenomenon be considered “unexplained”—and even then, it is not proof of spirit communication, only of anomaly.

3. Device Literacy and Environmental Control

A. Apps

• Understand the app’s codebase, soundbanks, and algorithmic behavior.

• Run baseline tests (three one-hour sessions) to document programmed outputs.

• Identify embedded loops or phoneme generators that may simulate speech.

B. Radios (Spirit Boxes)

• Monitor for radio bleed and station fragments.

• Use analog sweeps with controlled speed and direction.

• Shielded environments help isolate true anomalies from broadcast interference.

C. Custom Devices

• Document all engineering specs and intended functions.

• Avoid devices with excessive human input or randomized outputs.

• The more a device is programmed to “do,” the more it must be scrutinized.

D. Sound Recorders

• Use high-fidelity microphones and log all environmental variables.

• Reduce airflow, ambient noise, and reflective surfaces.

• Map the acoustic profile of the space to identify false positives.

4. Session Protocols and Ethical Conduct

• Respect the entity: Do not treat spirits as performers.

• Ask repeatable, non-leading questions.

• Log all variables: time, location, weather, equipment, and operator state.

• Use control sessions to establish environmental baselines.

• Practice discernment and humility in interpretation.

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🧭 From Paranormal to Scientific: The Transitional Threshold

To move toward scientific legitimacy, the field must:

• Standardize protocols across teams and regions.

• Publish findings with full methodological transparency.

• Collaborate with experts in neuroscience, acoustics, and cognitive psychology.

• Acknowledge limitations and avoid premature conclusions.

Paranormal research is not yet a science—but it can adopt scientific rigor. The goal is not to prove belief, but to pursue truth with integrity.

🧠 Paracognitive Responsibility

Paracognition is the meta-awareness of one’s own perceptual and interpretive processes. It is the ability to observe not just what is happening, but how we are making meaning of it.

Practitioners must:

• Cultivate epistemic humility.

• Engage in ongoing education in both intuitive and empirical domains.

• Recognize the liminal nature of this work—between signal and noise, belief and data, mystery and method.

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Signs of a Haunted Environment: A Layered Inquiry

Signs of a Haunted Environment: A Layered Inquiry

Disclaimer: This guide is exploratory, not diagnostic. These signs are to be considered only after ruling out psychological, medical, and structural/environmental factors. If you are experiencing symptoms or disturbances that intersect with mental health, neurological conditions, or trauma, consult qualified professionals trained in both clinical and anomalous contexts.

Paranormal indicators often manifest through layered perception—physical, symbolic, emotional, energetic. While no single sign “proves” a haunting, patterns matter. This list is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive, but rather a starting point for discernment.

Common Markers of Anomalous Phenomena

• Persistent Feeling of Being Watched

• Unusual Environmental Interference (electronics malfunctioning, lights flickering without wiring issues)

• Objects Moving Without Apparent Cause

• Temperature Fluctuations (not tied to insulation or HVAC inconsistencies)

• Unexplained Scents (perfume, decay, smoke, etc. with no source)

• Auditory Phenomena (disembodied voices, phantom footsteps, animal sounds, chanting)

• Visual Apparitions or Shadow Forms

• Children Interacting with Unseen Presences

• Animals Reacting to Unseen Stimuli

• Drastic Personality Shifts Localized to the Environment

• Feelings of Dread or Emotional Disruption in Specific Rooms

• Symbols or Messages Appearing Unexplained (on mirrors, walls, etc.)

• Previous Tragedy, Trauma, or High-Emotion Imprint on Site

• Spiritual “Hot Spots” (burial grounds, asylums, hanging sites, former prisons)

• Photographic or Visual Anomalies (e.g., Ectoplasm)

PCA&I Approach

We do not treat these signs as entertainment. We approach them as data points in a multilayered system: psychological, cultural, energetic, intuitive, environmental. Every occurrence is context-dependent and must be examined within a larger framework. We welcome curiosity—but insist on grounded discernment.

Final Word

This guide is a map of impressions, not a declaration of truth. If you’ve experienced one or many of these phenomena, stay curious—but stay grounded.

Paracognitive Arts and Intelligence does not ask that you believe. We ask that you observe. Track patterns. Question everything. Let mystery meet structure—and then decide what resonates from a place of clarity, not fear.

This material is part of an ongoing inquiry. It is not to be copied, republished, or excerpted without explicit permission. Integrity matters—context is everything.