Another aspect is the psychological factor. Dolls often look like humans, especially their faces. But they are not alive. This uncanny valley effect can make people feel uneasy around them. When combined with the stories of haunted dolls, it amplifies the feeling of fear. So, rather than there being any real 'haunting', it could be a combination of psychological, physical, and perceptual factors that create the illusion of a 'haunted' doll.
Also, some old dolls might have materials in them that could deteriorate over time and cause strange smells or minor movements that could be misconstrued as paranormal. For instance, if a doll has a spring - loaded mechanism that is old and rusty, it might make unexpected noises or movements. And the human brain is wired to look for patterns and explanations. So when something unexplained happens around a doll, we tend to attribute it to the supernatural rather than looking for a more mundane cause.
Some so - called haunted doll experiences can be explained by psychological factors. For example, the power of suggestion can make people believe a doll is haunted. If they hear stories about it before seeing the doll, they are more likely to perceive any normal creaks or movements as something supernatural. Also, environmental factors like drafts or old, creaky houses where the dolls are kept can create an illusion of the doll being 'alive'.
In some so - called haunted mansions, the psychological state of the people visiting or living there plays a big role. People who are already superstitious or expect to experience something spooky are more likely to misinterpret normal events as supernatural. For example, in a large, old mansion with a lot of history, the mind can play tricks. A shadow from a passing car outside could be seen as a 'ghostly figure' if one is in a suggestible state. Also, infrasound, which is sound at a very low frequency that is inaudible to the human ear but can be felt, can cause feelings of unease and fear, and old buildings may generate such infrasound due to various factors like wind passing through certain openings.
There are also some cases related to certain mental disorders. For instance, Cotard's delusion, where a person believes they are dead or have lost their internal organs. Their behavior might seem zombie - like as they may be listless, not respond normally, and seem detached from reality. These are real - life situations that can be misconstrued as zombie - like due to the strange nature of the symptoms but are actually explainable by science.
The Annabelle doll is also famous. It was the inspiration for the horror movies. Supposedly, it was possessed by an inhuman spirit. The doll has been associated with various disturbing events. People who have come into contact with it have reported feeling a sense of unease and dread. Some claim to have seen it move or change positions without any explanation.
There are also parasitic infections that can affect the behavior of hosts. For example, the toxoplasma gondii parasite can infect animals, including humans. Infected animals may show changes in behavior. While it doesn't turn them into full - blown zombies as in fiction, it does show that there are biological agents that can manipulate the behavior of living beings. In humans, the parasite can cause subtle changes in personality and behavior, which gives some scientific basis to the idea that external agents could potentially cause abnormal behavior similar to what we think of as 'zombie' behavior.
There's the story of Robert the Doll. In Key West, Florida, this doll was said to be cursed. Legend has it that it was given to a young boy named Eugene. After that, all sorts of odd things happened. People who visited the house where Robert was kept and mocked him often had bad luck. Some reported hearing giggling and seeing the doll move out of the corner of their eyes.
There was a haunted doll in an old mansion. A group of teenagers decided to explore the place. They found the doll sitting in a corner. One of them, a boy named Tom, picked it up. As soon as he did, he felt a cold shiver run down his spine. That night, he had nightmares of the doll coming to life and chasing him. In the dreams, the doll had long, sharp teeth and claws. When he woke up, he found the doll next to his bed, even though he was sure he had left it downstairs. He quickly ran out of the mansion and never went back.
Annabelle's real story is quite spooky. It started when the doll was given as a gift to a student nurse. After that, disturbing events occurred. For example, there were unexplained scratches on people who were around the doll. It seemed as if the doll had some sort of evil energy. The Warrens determined that it wasn't just a case of an old, creepy - looking doll, but rather a vessel for a negative entity. Their conclusion was based on their investigations which included psychic readings and other paranormal detection methods.
It's hard to say for sure if it's real. There are many who believe in the paranormal and think the story is true. But from a scientific perspective, there's no evidence to prove that a doll can be truly haunted. However, the fact that so many people are intrigued by the story and believe in it gives it a sense of authenticity for some.
In the attic doll story, the cold spots and faint whispering are quite frightening. Cold spots often are associated with the presence of something supernatural. And the idea that the doll's eyes could follow people makes it seem like it has a life of its own, which is extremely unnerving.