Write it in layman's terms please. I don't have a PHD. Thanks for answering.
2006-11-02 10:23:57 · 12 answers · asked by Teaim 6 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
Isis,
Yes that makes sense. That was the theory I had, but I din't know if it was researched. Thanks.
2006-11-02 10:31:11 · update #1
Full Monn Effect?
Please see this web site:
Full Moon Ion EffectSimply put; Hormonal reactions to increased positive ions in the air (Full Moon Effect) cause hyperactivity, depression, violent behavior, road rage, ...
http://www.policeops.com/
full-moon-ion-effect.htm
all one line, no break (would only print abbreviated here if on one line)
You will read in simple terms what the effect of the moon can do by increased posititve ions in the air. Very interesting, thanks for asking!
Cordially, India.Magica
2006-11-02 10:31:42 · answer #1 · answered by india.magica 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only scientific effect is the gravitational effect.
At full moon the moon is on the opposite side of Earth to the Sun, so there are opposing tidal forces upon you.
This is scientific fact. However, whether it makes any difference to your psyche or your health is not scientifically proven.
As far as the effect from the brightness - if you haven't got thick drapes or blinds in your bedroom, it is bound to affect your sleep patterns.
I live rurally and I have noticed several times when there has been a full moon that the local blackbird has started singing in the night.
I reckon the silly bugger has woken up and assumed the moonlight is a signal for dawn.
So, yes, the light must make a difference to our sleep patterns, which will affect us physically and psychologically.
2006-11-02 18:38:36 · answer #2 · answered by nick s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, Isis, I've heard that discredited. Statistical studies (real ones, not ones you find on websites like fullmoon.com) show no more hospital admitances or crimes committed on full moon nights, and there's no reason to think that a full moon has anymore effect on your brain than an almost-full moon - the moon's not getting any closer. It's just brighter.
2006-11-02 19:31:35 · answer #3 · answered by eri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. The human body is composed of almost all water. Like the oceans, the moon's gravitational pull shifts the "tides" of water in the human organism, including in the brain. This subtle but significant shift can create mental conditions that are unusual or even aberrant.
2006-11-02 18:27:04 · answer #4 · answered by Isis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, none at all. This is a testable hypothesis, and all the statistics show no correlation with the phase of the moon.
Besides, the hypothesis is silly anyway, in the same class of lame beliefs as astrology, which is also testable and which also fails the tests.
2006-11-02 19:00:36 · answer #5 · answered by hznfrst 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to some nurses who work in the hospital.
Scientific? No but lots of folklore about it.
2006-11-02 18:32:19 · answer #6 · answered by antiekmama 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After working in retail I don't need scientific proof!! OMG~
2006-11-02 18:32:20 · answer #7 · answered by tharnpfeffa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cops seem to think it brings out the loonies.
2006-11-02 18:25:26 · answer #8 · answered by savethemonarch 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Statistical Hospital reports.....They do show increase.
Tide effect...equal to ???human effect???
2006-11-02 18:27:08 · answer #9 · answered by baron_von_sky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CHECK OUT THE POLICE BLOTTERS AND THE ER REPORTS
GOD BLESS
2006-11-02 18:25:46 · answer #10 · answered by thewindowman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋