With the tremendous wealth of material available on the internet, and through software database programs, this is an exciting time to be involved in astrology research. The American Federation of Astrologers is a similar group in the United States. Not only are they looking at culture, sociology, statistics and psychology as a basis for scientific astrology research, they are actively involved in the study of ancient texts referring to the subject of astrology. The AFA also believes in making its extensive database available to members of the organization as well as lay-persons in the field. Persons with an interest in history, archaeology, psychology, statistics, anthropology, sociology, cultural studies all have ties to the field of astrology. Astrological research can thus take many forms. Some of the more common themes for researchers have been:
History – Ancient texts and manuscripts have been located in libraries and repositories through the world. These texts are translated, studied, sometimes annotated, and used in popular writings to describe the history of the field.
Statistical – Statistical data is collected, recorded, massaged, categorized, and summarized, then made available as database information to researchers who can use the information to support or debunk a cherished theory. Sociological – The study of societies in the sense of their birth, characteristics, history and possible demise flow in the same way that a natal chart can be prepared for an individual and can be researched by use of the tremendous wealth of information available.
Health – Much research is being accomplished currently in comparing physiological characteristics and traits with astrological signs. Questions such as: “Is there a correlation between astrological information and Alzheimer\’s” if answered empirically with a “yes”, might be yet another method of treating previously untreatable conditions. Much software is available currently through most of the astrological websites to assist in the field of astrology research. Caution needs to be taken to ensure a quality source of information for the research; else the conclusions may be subject to dismissal or even ridicule. Then again, you can imagine how much free online psychics are dismissed and ridiculed.
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