Research Strategies in the Study of Shamanism and Anomalous Experience
Anthropology of Consciousness March 1, 1991 DOI: 10.1525/ac.1991.2.1-2.13 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Shamanism |
| Citations | 2 |
| Key findings | Controlled observations and experimental studies are essential for determining the anomalous nature of shamans' experiences. |
Abstract
The anomalous experiences of shamans have been reported over the centuries, but only recently have they been subjected to rigorous investigation. Although interviews, reports, and informal observations can produce interesting material, their anomalous nature can only be determined by controlled observations and experimental studies. Examples of each are given and recommendations are made for further research.