JAR issue 1

Magazine Overview

The Journal of Abduction-Encounter Research (JAR) is a new, quarterly email magazine launched in the first quarter of 2007. It is dedicated to providing a global platform for debating the significance of the extraterrestrial presence and its implications for the future of the human race. The subscription price is $20 per year.

Editorial Stance and Mission

The editors of JAR believe that humanity is living through the start of the most important development in human history and aim to explore its nature, our reaction to it, and whether the visitors are truly extraterrestrial. They see abduction-encounters as a key window into understanding the UFO phenomenon and its spreading impacts on society. JAR intends to carry a worldwide debate on these issues and invites participation through subscriptions and written contributions.

Contents This Issue

This issue features several articles by notable researchers in the ufology field:

• Barbara Lamb, MS, MFT, CHt: "The Big Picture of Extraterrestrial Contact Experiences and How Regression Therapy Can Help." This article discusses how regression therapy can help individuals process trauma from extraterrestrial encounters and notes that many patterns in ET contact, including hybridization programs, are common.
• Budd Hopkins: "An Alien Agenda Involving Hybrids." Hopkins discusses the systematic human-alien breeding program producing hybrid beings, who are now maturing and integrating into human society, suggesting an alien infiltration agenda.
• Helen Littrell: "Reflections From 'Raechel's Eyes'." Littrell shares her personal account of meeting Raechel, a hybrid human-alien being, and her journey in writing the book "Raechel's Eyes."
• Craig Lang, MS, CHt: "ET Air Traffic Control, the Logistics of UFO Abduction." Lang estimates the number of UFO abductions and the immense infrastructure required if the phenomenon is physical, suggesting a need for alternative theories if such logistics are not feasible.
• John Carpenter, MSW, CHt: "Abductions: Good or Evil? An Essay on Abductee Attitudes." Carpenter argues against definitive labels of 'good' or 'evil' for abduction experiences, highlighting the diverse emotional reactions and perspectives of abductees and researchers.
• Elaine Douglass, MS: "Breaking Bones In Utah." Douglass investigates a case involving extreme physical injury to two family members, possibly linked to abduction experiences, and speculates on alien motives and testing protocols.
• Derrel Sims: "One Kid Who Didn't Buy It." Sims provides a personal account of an alien abduction experience from his childhood, detailing his initial disbelief and subsequent realization of the event's reality.
• David Jacobs, PhD: "A Picture We May Not Wish to Gaze Upon." Jacobs discusses the evolution of understanding UFO abduction from an experimental model to a 'program' model involving hybrid beings who are infiltrating human society.

Message From the Editor

Susan Swiatek, JAR Editor, welcomes readers to the first issue, emphasizing the need for a discussion on UFO visitations and contacts. She describes UFO-nauts as 'aliens,' possibly inter-dimensional or ultra-dimensional, and suggests that the ultimate mystery may involve various intelligences or tricksters. Swiatek highlights the importance of the abduction mystery and previews articles by Barbara Lamb on the transformative potential of abduction experiences with therapy, Helen Littrell on hybrid encounters, John Carpenter on avoiding 'good' or 'evil' labels, and Craig Lang on the infrastructure of UFO abductions. She also mentions Budd Hopkins and David Jacobs' findings on the alien agenda and Derrel Sims and Elaine Douglass's case studies.

Board of Editors

The Board of Editors includes Susan Swiatek (Editor), John Carpenter, Elaine Douglass, and Barbara Lamb. A board vacancy is noted.

Subscription Information

JAR is an independent email quarterly published by the JAR Board of Editors. A subscription is $20/year, including four quarterly email issues. Subscriptions can be made out to "JAR c/o John Carpenter" and sent to PO Box 14517, Springfield, MO 65814-0517.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature of UFO abductions, the existence and agenda of extraterrestrial beings, the concept of hybrid beings, and the psychological and physical impacts of these encounters on humans. The editorial stance is one of open debate and a serious inquiry into the implications of the extraterrestrial presence, encouraging diverse viewpoints and research contributions. The magazine aims to move beyond simple sightings to explore the deeper meaning and potential future impact of these phenomena on humanity.

This issue of UFO Magazine, Volume 19, Number 5, dated October 2004, features a cover headline questioning the 'Hybrid Program' and its implications for a new society. The magazine delves into the complex phenomenon of human-alien interaction, focusing on the creation and integration of human-alien hybrids.

The Hybrid Program: Are We Being Prepared for a New Society?

Budd Hopkins and David M. Jacobs, prominent UFO researchers, discuss the concept of a 'program' model for abductions, suggesting a deliberate, repetitive, and straightforward process with a goal-directed objective that remains elusive. They highlight 'hybrid events' that are difficult to understand, such as 'job interviews' and scenarios designed to elicit human emotions and reactions from abductees, possibly for telepathic acquisition by aliens. These interviews involve asking abductees mundane questions about daily life, suggesting hybrids need to learn how to operate in the human world.

Jacobs posits that hybridization is more complex than initially thought, involving the DNA of hybrids to create offspring that increasingly resemble humans. He categorizes hybrids into early-stage, middle-stage, late-stage, and human-stage, each with different appearances and roles in the abduction program. Early-stage hybrids are rarely seen outside UFOs, while human-stage hybrids can often pass for human and interact with abductees in their normal environment.

Abductee Accounts and Experiences

The magazine includes personal accounts that illustrate the 'hybrid program.' One account describes a 19-year-old man's job interview in Toronto that felt like a staged event, leading to an unexplained trip to Philadelphia. Another detailed account from Helen Littrell recounts her experiences with Raechel, a hybrid human-alien being, and her adoptive father, Air Force Col. Nadien. Littrell's journey, detailed in her book 'Raechel's Eyes,' explores her dawning realization of a hidden history as an abductee and the interrelationship with Raechel's strange events.

Littrell underwent regression hypnosis sessions to recover memories, revealing bizarre and unsettling events, including Raechel's unusual physical characteristics and a journey through a portal-like window to a place Raechel called home. These experiences led Littrell to believe her mission was to bring Raechel's story to the public, which she feels she has accomplished.

Another section details a scenario where an abductee is asked to teach human-stage hybrids how to fit into society, including tasks like shopping and interacting with cashiers. These accounts suggest a deliberate effort to prepare hybrids for integration into the human world.

Conducting Therapy With Experiencers

Barbara Lamb discusses the field of therapeutic work with 'Experiencers,' individuals who have had encounters with extraterrestrials. She highlights the challenges faced by these individuals, who are often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and subject to ridicule. Lamb emphasizes the importance of regression therapists who are open-minded and can help Experiencers uncover buried memories and process their experiences.

The article stresses that therapists should not indicate belief in abductions but allow clients to draw their own conclusions. It outlines the process of regression therapy, including preparing the client, focusing on specific memories, and providing a safe environment for exploration. The goal is to help Experiencers integrate their experiences and understand their reality, which may be permanently changed.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the 'Hybrid Program,' the nature of alien abductions, the creation of human-alien hybrids, and the psychological and therapeutic aspects of dealing with these experiences. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of serious investigation into these phenomena, presenting detailed accounts and expert analysis from researchers like Budd Hopkins and David M. Jacobs, and personal narratives from individuals like Helen Littrell. The editorial stance encourages open-mindedness towards the possibility of extraterrestrial interaction and its profound impact on human reality.

This issue of LAMB (likely a publication related to UFOs and paranormal phenomena) focuses on alien abduction experiences and the therapeutic approaches used to help individuals who have undergone these events. The content is largely based on the work and research of Barbara Lamb, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in regression therapy with extraterrestrial experiencers.

Understanding Abduction Experiences

The magazine details how therapists can guide clients through regression to access memories of abductions. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the client's primary mode of accessing information (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc.) to ask effective questions. Therapists are advised to reassure clients about spiritual resources or their own presence for safety. Sessions can be tailored to the client's comfort level, allowing them to end at any time. The concept of "Stockholm Syndrome" is introduced as a possible explanation for why some abductees feel a strange bonding with their abductors, leading to feelings of disloyalty when remembering.

Indicators of Abduction Experiences

Experiencers often exhibit signs such as irrational anxiety, disorientation, confusion, panic attacks, avoidance of medical settings, relationship problems, difficulty trusting authority figures, and compulsive behaviors. Some may also possess psychic abilities. Physical clues can include scoop-shaped scars, burn marks, unusual lumps, chronic headaches, and unexplained pregnancies that disappear.

Types of Extraterrestrial Beings

The publication describes various types of aliens reported by experiencers, including "little grays" (short, grayish skin, large black eyes, large heads), "little whites" (similar but gentler), "insectoids" (like praying mantises, often loving), human-like "hybrids," "Nordics" (tall, blond, blue-eyed), and "reptilian" beings. The beings are described as performing medical procedures, sometimes in the Experiencer's bedroom or on spaceships.

Hybridization Programs

A significant portion of the issue is dedicated to the concept of extraterrestrial hybridization programs. It suggests that some alien races may have lost their ability to reproduce or have become weakened, seeking to combine their genetics with humans. Experiencers, both male and female, may be involved in these programs, which can include the removal and implantation of hybrid embryos. This process can be deeply traumatic for the individuals involved.

The Process of Therapy

Therapists working with abductees face unique challenges. They must be open-minded and prepared to handle material that may shake their understanding of reality. The therapy process involves regression, but clients are not forced to recall everything at once. "Homework" assignments like journaling and drawing are encouraged. The goal is to help Experiencers move beyond fear, understand their experiences, and integrate them into their lives. Support groups are highlighted as crucial for Experiencers to feel understood and normalized.

Moving Beyond Fear

It is emphasized that fear can attract more negative alien encounters. Experiencers are encouraged to assert themselves, ask questions, and even refuse to go with the beings if they sense negative intentions. Some Experiencers view their abductions not as traumatic but as part of a larger cosmic program, leading to transformational experiences and a heightened sense of connection to the universe.

Personal Accounts

The issue includes several personal accounts, such as that of Paul, who underwent hypnosis therapy for memories of satanic ritual abuse and other bizarre experiences, including being reprimanded in the army and counting to 64. Another account details a mysterious injury to Jeremiah, who woke up severely injured with no memory of how it happened. The article also touches upon the potential for psychological testing by aliens and the impact on sexual orientation, citing a podiatrist who reportedly had a broken back without memory of the event.

Support and Considerations for Therapists

Support groups are vital for Experiencers to realize they are not alone. Therapists are advised to attend conferences, network with colleagues, and read widely on the subject. They must be prepared for the emotional impact of working with abductees and understand that abductions are likely to continue, which can be distressing for therapists who aim to 'get better' for their clients.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the profound psychological and emotional impact of alien abduction experiences, the therapeutic interventions available (primarily regression therapy), the nature of extraterrestrial beings and their potential agendas (including hybridization), and the importance of support for Experiencers. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and support for those who have had these experiences, presenting detailed accounts and expert opinions without outright dismissal, while acknowledging the challenges and complexities involved.

This issue of UFO Magazine, dated October 1999, with volume 14 and issue number 14, is published by Larry D. Hatch and features a cover headline of "ALIEN ABDUCTION: THE ULTIMATE MIND CONTROL." The price is $4.95 and the ISSN is 1073-0554. The magazine is published in the USA and is in English.

Key Articles and Features

The Douglass Family Case

The issue delves into the experiences of the Douglass family, focusing on Jeff Douglass, an investigator, and his brothers Larry, Jeremiah, and Paul, who are abductees. Jeff's own UFO sighting at Lake Powell is discussed, where a stranger showed him the reality of UFOs. The article explores the possibility of psychological testing and manipulation within the family, with Jeff potentially serving as a "door opener." The "prompting" phenomenon, where abductees become aware of their experiences, is highlighted as a common aspect of investigations.

Jeremiah's severe beating is presented as a potential test of his mental state, raising dark questions about intimidation or experimentation. The article questions the purpose of such an event, especially if Jeremiah has no context for it.

Homosexual Susceptibility Testing?

This section speculates on whether aliens test Jeff for susceptibility to homosexuality, noting their deep interest in human sexuality. An account is shared of a man who claims his sexual orientation was changed from heterosexual to homosexual after an abduction. Another case involves a woman whose orientation was also altered. This is presented as evidence of the aliens' profound skill in controlling human beings.

Conscious Awareness Can Begin a Period of Turmoil

Joan asks if Jeremiah remembering his injury will help. The investigator hesitates, explaining that the onset of conscious awareness for abductees often inaugurates a period of turmoil lasting about two years before resolution. The article suggests that abductees often come to believe the alien is there to help, which the investigator feels may be the alien's intended outcome.

Internet Postings Tell Tales

The magazine includes accounts from an internet UFO abduction website. One individual describes an aggressive night of battle, including choking and physical blows, which they interpret as a psychic attack by persons associated with the U.S. government. They believe the government is trying to discredit aliens by impersonating them. Another internet correspondent shares a similar violent experience, waking up sore as if from a fight, with signs of a break-in and deactivated security systems, suggesting they may have been gassed, drugged, or psychotronically deactivated.

Blame the Government?

These internet accounts lead to a discussion about the belief that corrupt elements within the U.S. government have mastered mind control technology and are perpetrating psychic attacks on abductees. The motive suggested is to make it appear as if the aliens are the perpetrators, thereby discrediting them. However, the abductees in these cases remain fervent in their belief in aliens, intensifying their resentment of the U.S. government.

That's Interesting, Isn't It?

This section questions whether the alien might be playing all roles in these dramas, perpetrating the attacks and also appearing as the spiritually-elevated observer. The argument is made that the alien benefits from an abductee who loves and trusts them and hates human authority.

Conscious Awareness vs. No Context

This part distinguishes between individuals who are consciously aware of their involvement with extraterrestrials and those, like Jeremiah and Paul, who are not. It suggests that for abductees who have a context (knowledge of aliens and government cover-ups), staged attacks can mold their loyalties. However, for those without context, like Jeremiah, any lesson intended by an attack may not be learned.

The "Air Traffic Control Problem"

Craig R. Lang, a Certified Hypnotherapist, analyzes the numbers of UFO abductions. Assuming a global abduction rate, he estimates approximately 12 million abduction events per year worldwide. This would necessitate up to 32,000 UFO flights per 24-hour period. Lang discusses the logistical and infrastructure requirements for such a program, including a potential large base or mother ship, and the need for effective visual and radar evasion capabilities. He concludes that unless such an infrastructure exists, alternatives like fewer experiences per abductee, a smaller abductee population, or non-physical abductions must be true.

John Carpenter: Abduction Researcher

John Carpenter, a psychiatric therapist and hypnotherapist, shares his experience counseling over 120 cases of possible UFO abduction. He has collected data suggesting a consistent scenario of extraterrestrial contact. Carpenter emphasizes the need for researchers to be open to all data, even that which seems "too weird," and to avoid dismissing information that doesn't fit their preconceived notions. He highlights the variety of perspectives and opinions among abductees, using terms like "fairies stealing our children" or "hellish visits from demons" to illustrate the range of interpretations.

End Notes

The end notes provide references to the 1991 and 1998 National Institute of Discovery Sciences Roper Poll of Unusual Personal Experiences. This poll identified five key indicators of indicator phenomena: waking paralyzed with a presence, missing time, feeling of flying, seeing balls of light, and anomalous scars. Experiencing four of these indicators more than once qualified a person as a possible abductee. The 1998 poll estimated that 0.9% of the population fit this criterion, with approximately 0.2% reporting all five indicators. It also references John Mack's argument that the UFO abduction phenomenon is global in scope.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around alien abduction as a form of ultimate mind control, psychological manipulation by extraterrestrials, and the potential involvement of government cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of deep investigation into these phenomena, presenting various theories and anecdotal evidence while encouraging critical thinking and openness to unconventional explanations. The magazine seems to lean towards the idea that extraterrestrials are actively engaged in complex operations involving humans, possibly for reasons that are not yet fully understood but have profound implications.