Secrets from the Real Ghostbusters

By FrontDoor.com | Published: 8/17/2010

SCOTT FLAGG

Scott has investigated over 100 cases of alleged ghosts, hauntings and poltergeists around the world. He researches the psychology of superstitions and paranormal beliefs and experiences. He is a doctoral student in psychology.

HGTV: What advice would you give to people who believe their house is haunted?

Scott: I think one thing to keep in mind is that in the many years that I've been doing this, vigilance and really paying attention to phenomena, trying to set up equipment like this almost ensures that it will go away. I can't tell you the number of investigations we've gone on and there have been absolutely nothing that we found, despite the homeowners or wherever the location is, them having repeated events, day in and day out. So, my advice would be to set up a camera, try to become an expert yourself.

HGTV: If someone is experiencing paranormal activity in their home, would you suggest they live with it, get rid of it or move?

Scott: It depends on someone's personal beliefs. To me, this stuff is very interesting and fascinating, and I'd love nothing more than to live in a house that was supposed to be haunted all the time, just so I could study it. But for some people, it's unnerving, it interferes with their family, with their lives, and it's detrimental to them. It's detrimental to their worldview. It may have them questioning things that are beyond the scope that anyone can really answer. And so I think it's a personal choice. I think people need to be self aware. It can also be a great opportunity for people to learn more about themselves, what their beliefs are and how they interact with the world. But you have to be aware of that option and be willing to go down that road, you know, if you're willing.

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