Supernatural Encounter with Ouija Boards: Fact or Fiction?
In recent times, anecdotal reports of unusual emotional unrest and unexplained happenings following the use of Ouija boards and apps have gained traction on social media platforms such as TikTok and YouTube [1][2][3]. These accounts detail frightening experiences and emotional disturbances, with users reporting feelings of fear, paranormal phenomena, and alterations in mood or behavior.
However, it's important to note that there is no scientifically documented, systematic study providing clinical evidence that Ouija board apps or fake Ouija boards cause such strange behavior directly. Most reports come from subjective experiences shared on social media, lacking controlled verification.
One possible explanation for these unusual occurrences could be hallucinogens. Yet, none of the sources directly link hallucinogen use to the strange behavior observed after Ouija board use in documented cases. From a psychological and neurological perspective, hallucinogens could theoretically cause altered perception, hallucinations, and behavioral changes similar to those sometimes reported in Ouija board experiences. However, this inference is based on general knowledge of hallucinogens rather than specific documented Ouija board cases.
It's crucial to consider that strange behaviors could be due to psychological suggestibility, placebo, or coincidental factors rather than hallucinogen ingestion, unless there is additional substance use unreported in these cases.
A case in point is the incident that occurred last year in Mexico, where a woman's strange behavior after using a Ouija board was linked to her ingestion of Brugmansia, a hallucinogenic substance [4]. Similarly, in another incident, the woman in the current story may also have ingested Brugmansia [5].
The terrifying entity Zozo is often conjured through Ouija boards, according to warnings, but whether this is a contributing factor to the strange behavior reported is yet to be scientifically proven. Some also believe that spirits can attempt to break out of Ouija boards, but this remains a theory without empirical evidence.
Given these potential risks, it's advised to approach Ouija boards with caution. Many believe that these tools pose a great danger to users, and it's recommended to avoid their use altogether.
Science has not provided conclusive evidence linking Ouija board use to the unusual emotional disturbances and behavior changes reported. Instead, health-and-wellness experts often suggest that mental-health issues could be at play, with psychological suggestibility, placebo effects, or coincidental factors being potential causes.
