[For Medical Professionals, Researchers and Curious Mind.]
By Dr. H. K. Saboowala
M.B.(Bom), M.R.S.H. (London)
What is Clairvoyance?
Clairvoyance, derived from the French term meaning “clear seeing,” refers to the claimed ability to perceive things beyond the scope of normal sensory contact. It is often called the “sixth sense” or psychic vision.
Those who claim clairvoyant abilities say they can access subtle energy fields, spiritual messages, or distant events.
Unlike our five basic senses — sight, touch, taste, hearing, and smell — clairvoyance is a psychic ability rooted in spiritual intuition.
Believers argue it connects us to higher awareness or dimensions of reality.
1. Clairvoyance: A Sixth Sense or Science Fiction?
In the realm of parapsychology, clairvoyance is a major topic.
It is studied as part of a group of phenomena known as extrasensory perception (ESP), which also includes telepathy and precognition.
However, despite countless anecdotes and reports, no robust scientific evidence supports clairvoyance as a proven phenomenon.
Major scientific communities regard clairvoyance as pseudoscience, often attributing reported visions to imagination, cognitive biases, or psychological factors.
2. Clairvoyance vs. Scientific Scepticisms
While many cultures have documented clairvoyant experiences for centuries, especially in religious and mystical traditions, the scientific method requires verifiable evidence. Repeated experiments have failed to provide statistically significant proof of clairvoyant abilities.
Still, the study continues under the broader banner of parapsychology, which examines human consciousness and potential beyond ordinary perception.
3. Clairvoyance: Historical Roots in Medicine & Spirituality
It has long fascinated medics, monks, and mystics alike. In ancient India, it was considered part of the Siddhis — yogic powers achieved through intense meditation.
In 19th-century Europe, clairvoyant diagnosis was a popular but controversial method where seers claimed to “see” diseases inside the body.
Though now discredited medically, these cases illustrate the historical overlap between healing and extrasensory awareness.
4. Clairvoyance and Common Forms of Experiences
People who claim to be clairvoyant often report:
- Vivid visions during meditation or dreams
- Sudden intuitive flashes or symbolic imagery
- Remote viewing (seeing places/events from a distance)
- Auras or subtle energy patterns around people
These perceptions are often spontaneous and highly subjective.
5. Quantifying Clairvoyance by Parapsychologist: The Science of the Unseen?
Parapsychologists have tried for decades to quantify clairvoyance under lab conditions.
Methods include Zener card tests, remote viewing trials, and controlled dream experiments. However, inconsistent results and methodological concerns have limited acceptance.
Despite this, interest in psychic phenomena remains high across media, academia, and public imagination.
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This Booklet’s Purpose
This e-Booklet serves as a concise overview for medicos and curious readers alike. It outlines:
- The origins and cultural context of clairvoyance
- Debates between believers and scientists
- Historical illustrations of psychic claims
- Thoughtful reflections without endorsing pseudoscience.
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2. APA – American Psychological Association
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Medical Review of the eBook.
This eBook provides a well-structured, academically sound overview of clairvoyance from a historical and parapsychological standpoint. While not aligned with mainstream medical consensus, the material is thoughtfully curated and promotes informed discussion in integrative health education. A useful primer for readers interested in the intersection of psychology, perception, and alternative belief systems.
Dr. Meera Kulshreshtha, MD, PhD
Clinical Psychologist & Mind-Body Medicine Specialist
Fellow, Indian Board of Integrative Health Studies
Expert Endorsement:
“Dr. H. K. Saboowala’s concise exploration of clairvoyance is both intellectually stimulating and accessible. While clairvoyance lies outside the realm of conventional clinical science, this booklet successfully bridges the gap between parapsychological curiosity and academic inquiry. An insightful resource for professionals exploring consciousness and non-traditional health paradigms.”
Dr. Anil Deshmukh, M.Sc. (Neuropsychology), D.Sc. (Alt. Therapies) Consultant in Cognitive Science & Consciousness Studies Visiting Fellow, Centre for Integrative Mental Health Research.
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With appreciation,
Dr. H. K. Saboowala
M.B.B.S. (Bom), M.R.S.H. (London), F.F.M. (UK)
Closing Note
This blog is adapted from the Published E-Booklet:
by Dr. H. K. Saboowala M.B.(Bom), M.R.S.H.(London)
Note To Readers:
This content is professionally compiled from credible medical literature and aims to serve as an educational resource for busy medicos. It does not offer medical advice or treatment recommendations.