Abstract

Describes the physical hypotheses, evaluation methods, and data reduction procedures involved in a multivariate psychokinetic (PK) experiment. Data support the PK and feedback hypotheses. Markow's random number generator was more sensitive to PK, showing higher correlations with psychological variables. Results suggest a system-theoretical model that starts from the assumption that allowed stochastical fluctuations of the psychophysical system (process plus observer) can be triggered by the observer according to his or her (sub)conscious wishes. Feedback is essential for the triggering process. Correlated psychological and physical variables are regarded as nonlocal and as reflecting the pragmatic information of the display and S's instructions.