Preparing for Disclosure: Psychological Responses to Potential Nonhuman Intelligence and the Role of Thoughtful Communication

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When Donald Trump directs agencies to release records on unidentified anomalous phenomena and possible nonhuman intelligence, public reactions will vary—ranging from concern and positive engagement to skepticism or critical analysis—depending on personal beliefs and tolerance for uncertainty, and careful communication plus mental health support can help people distinguish facts from rumors and adapt to whatever discoveries emerge.