I Approved For Release 2001/04/02QFCWI~OYPOU-00788ROO2000240036-6 pcancll@ 00. GENERAL INTRODUCTION: Atwater) We have been tasked by the DCS OPS, INSCOM to conduct Watt a survey of INSCOM personnel concerning the subject of parapsychology.... whether personnel feel it is real, fake, or just a phenomena that is not clearly understood. I would like to keep this very informal. Do you have any objections? Because of kno* Soviet involvement in psychical research and the fact that any U.S. involvement in this area would, of necessity, be classified, I have been instruct- ed to inform you that our discussion must be considered to be classified at the SECRET NOFORN level. You are not to discuss the subject matter of this interview with anyone. Before getting into the discussion, I would like you to read the following article(s): . . . . Now, 1. What do you think of the story? 2. What do you think about psychic phenomena and people associated with it? 3. Do you know anyone, including yourself, that might have had an ESP experience? Can you tell me about it? Optional) 4. Do you feel this is an aspect of society that is not clearly defined and that research should continue to clear up associated mysteries? General 5. If used, should psychic power be limited to Public) humanitarian needs or . . . . should the military be involved? Religious overtones. NOTE: Recommend very informal close. Use the above questions as guidelines to direct interview/ 'burvey." Each interview should take approximately 30 minutes. Remind individual of SECRET NOFORN classification. Approved For Release 2001/044'R'W@88RO02000240036-6 6.