Telepathic transmissions refer to the communication of thoughts, emotions, or information between individuals without the use of physical senses. Some synonyms for this term include extrasensory perception, mind reading, psychic communication, mental telepathy, and thought transference. Other related terms may include clairvoyance, intuition, sixth sense, and psychic or paranormal abilities. These concepts have been explored in science fiction and fantasy literature, but also have been studied by psychologists and parapsychologists in attempts to better understand the limits and possibilities of human cognition and communication. Despite skepticism and criticisms, telepathy and related phenomena remain a fascinating and mysterious area of inquiry.