Is A Poltergeist And A Ghost The Same Thing?

Question

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Answer 1

Maybe.
A ghost is believed to be the unrestful spirit of a deceased person, whether it be because they do not realise they are dead, they are in need of resolving that which they failed to do in life, or because they died traumatically so left an 'afterimage' for want of a word. Most ghosts can be seen some way or another.

A poltergiest is classed as an 'unrestful spirit' or mischievous spirit. They differ from ghosts slightly because they cannot be seen and unlike ghosts, they can interact with solid objects in the material world. Some theories on poltergiests suggest they are not a form of ghost at all, but an extention of psychic energy released unwittingly by children as they enter puberty; a time when the brain, as well as the body goes through some radical changes.
Other theories suggest they are seperate entities from anything else and from cases that have been known, some quite famous, they do tend to be generally mischievous, as apposed to evil. Unlike most documented cases of ghosts, poltergiests can also interact with humans and animals and can even supposedly understand questions and requests, although due to their apparent natures, do not necessarily carry out any request put to them, although they seem to express Ego, in some form, ie: they can be 'upset' and enticed into action.
Ghosts tend to be more well known than poltergiests, but the latter tend to produce much more memoriable encounters simply due to their natures and abilities. One hears of aimlessy wandering ghosts, but never such behaviour with the mischievous spirits that are poltergiests.

In brief, poltergiests tend to be classed as seperate entities to ghosts, but one would not be completely mistaken for assuming they could be just a variation to them, if not, then simply an extention of a pubescent childs Ego, during radical change.

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Answer 2

No, they are not the same. A ghost is supposedly the energy of a person who is already deceased. A poltergeist is different. If someone within a household is deeply troubled or going through hard times (for eg, an angry teenager who is going through adolescence) a poltergeist may be formed by their psyche. The anger is channeled outwards;throwing items, hurting people. It is a reflection of an individual who is still alive. A person who has trouble handling his/her emotions.

Answer 3

Yeah it's the same thing. A poltergeist is a ghost that is harmful or tries to get attention.
It almost sounds German, poltergeist.

Answer 4

Poltergeist - A ghost that manifests itself by noises, rappings, and the creation of disorder.

Ghost - The spirit of a dead person, especially one believed to appear in bodily likeness to living persons or to haunt former habitats.
The center of spiritual life; the soul.
A demon or spirit.
A returning or haunting memory or image.

A slight or faint trace: just a ghost of a smile.
The tiniest bit: not a ghost of a chance.
A faint, false image, as:
A secondary image on a television or radar screen caused by reflected waves.
A displaced image in a photograph caused by the optical system of the camera.
A false spectral line caused by imperfections in the diffraction grating.
A displaced image in a mirror caused by reflection from the front of the glass.
Informal. A ghostwriter.

A nonexistent publication listed in bibliographies.
A fictitious employee or business.
Physiology. A red blood cell having no hemoglobin.

Answer 5

Yes, they are the same. The word poltergeist does mean "noisy ghost". So basically, you have your standard quiet ghost, then you have the poltergeist who likes to crank it up a few notches.

Answer 6

Ghosts are the earthbound souls of the deceased.
This is the most common interpretation when confronted with a visible apparition, and it certainly does fit many hauntings where the apparition is more or less recognizable as someone who is deceased. For most of us, this theory is also comforting, as it hints at a life after the physical body is gone.

One common example of this type of manifestation is when an individual suddenly becomes aware of the death of a loved one through one or more senses. This type of occurrence is often visual, but may just be a sudden "feeling" as if relayed telepathically, or may even come in the form of a vivid dream. Typically, this type of manifestation relays important information to the observer.

We know from science that everything is composed of energy. Our thoughts, feelings, sensations, experiences, and indeed our very souls are all forms of energy. The theory is that when the physical body dies, this energy continues on in some form and can be tapped by living persons sensitive enough to perceive it. Animals seem to be quite sensitive to this type of energy, and many very reliable reports of them avoiding certain rooms, chasing unseen prey, or sitting contently as if being stroked and petted have been recorded throughout history - another indication that this type of phenomena is quite interactive.

Poltergeist" is a German term for "noisy spirit".... which is an excellent description for this frightening phenomena. This kind of paranormal activity has made many victims literally run for their lives, completely abandoning their homes and possessions!
What is even more frightening is that Poltergeist activity is relatively commonplace. Many normal people in normal situations have experienced it. Indeed, several popular films and books have been produced on this very subject, giving us a first-hand look at what a terrifying experience it must be for those besieged with Poltergeist activities.

In the scientific world, Poltergeists are generally portrayed as malevolent, disruptive, mischievous, and unusually noisy and unwelcome entities - and rightfully so! This type of paranormal activity has been reported since Medieval times, and to this day scientists (yes, even scientists acknowledge them) are debating the causes of Poltergeist activity occurrences. Characteristic activities may include flying objects, foul odors, loud noises, banging, pounding, unexplained electrical light activities.....and even apparitions.

Independent and anecdotal research have shed some light on this odd phenomena. The general consensus is that the cause may actually be the result of subconscious psychokinesis. Psychokinesis is essentially a mind-over-matter situation that is unintentional....and is delivered involuntarily by an entity at the site of the activity.

Research has revealed that many suspected Poltergeist agents are females under the age of 25, who are completely unaware that they are the causing this type of activity. Emotional problems associated with these individuals have been attributed to poltergeist activity, and include emotions such as anger, anxiety, paranoia, and schizophrenia. With psychological help the activities may diminish or even disappear completely with time.

Though the majority of Poltergeist cases are associated with unstable individuals, there are intermittent cases in which everybody involved is apparently stable from a psychiatric perspective. In these cases, the causes of Poltergeist activities remain unexplained - for a great example, please see the the write-up on the Bell Witch Haunting on these pages. .

Therefore, it appears that Poltergeist activity is usually, but not always unrelated to hauntings. Poltergeist activity can occur at any time and can be triggered by a "living" person's trauma, while hauntings are usually associated with entities who are deceased. Poltergeists can be dangerous, both physically and mentally, and often leaving the site of the activity does not make it go away, as the problem persists even with new surroundings.

Answer 7

No...a ghost is usually just a visual thing ..a poltergeist is a destructive thing ..usually a negative type of spirit ..who sometimes needs help to move on

Answer 8

a poltergeist is a spirit that can move things and possibly harm a human. a ghost is just a lost spirit whom need to complete it's life's duties in order to cross over.

Answer 9

The word 'poltergeist' comes from the German language. "polter" signifies 'uproar.' "Geist" is German for 'ghost.' A poltergeist is a 'noisy ghost.'

Yes, they are the same thing.

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Answer 10

no,

a poltergeist is a malevolent ghost that wants to cause trouble, a plain old ghost like casper is friendly