Haunting, in the context of ghosts, generally refers to a persistent and unsettling presence or activity attributed to spirits or the deceased. This can manifest in various ways, including visual sightings of apparitions, unexplained sounds, physical disturbances, and changes in temperature. The concept of haunting is often linked to a sense of unease, mystery, and a lingering connection between the living and the dead. Full-bodied or partial appearances of a ghostly figure, sometimes described as misty or shadowy. Auditory Phenomena: Footsteps: Unexplained sounds of walking or movement, often heard when no one is physically present. Whispers and Voices: Ethereal or indistinct voices, sometimes calling out a name or speaking in a language not understood. Knocking and Rapping: Distinct sounds of objects being struck, often attributed to poltergeist activity. Vivid and unusual dreams, sometimes involving deceased individuals or events associated with the location. Sudden wafts of unusual or unpleasant odors, such as a strong scent of perfume or decay. A sense of being observed or experiencing physical contact when no one is physically present. Inattentional Blindness: The tendency to miss sensory cues in the environment due to being focused on something else, which can be misinterpreted as paranormal activity. In many cultures, ghosts are believed to be spirits of the deceased who are unable to find peace in the afterlife and linger in the physical world. Certain places are believed to be more prone to hauntings due to past events, such as battlefields or locations of tragic incidents.