Reactions to Potential Nonhuman Intelligence: Ontological Shock, Response Diversity, and Mental Health Implications of Disclosure

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Releasing records confirming nonhuman intelligence would provoke diverse, belief-influenced reactions—from curiosity to distress—across four main response styles, and careful, context-driven disclosure with mental health support would help people interpret and integrate the discovery.

Would Confirming the Existence of Aliens Shock Humanity?
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Would Confirming the Existence of Aliens Shock Humanity?

If the government confirms nonhuman intelligence, psychological research offers clues about the range of ways humans might respond.