Alien abduction refers to the phenomenon where individuals claim to have been taken against their will by extraterrestrial beings. These experiences often include descriptions of being transported to a spacecraft, undergoing medical examinations, or communicating with aliens. Reports of such encounters have been documented since the mid-20th century, leading to various theories about the existence of aliens and their intentions. Many abduction accounts share common elements, such as a sense of paralysis, bright lights, and missing time. While some skeptics attribute these experiences to sleep disorders or psychological factors, others believe they may indicate a real interaction with extraterrestrial life. The topic remains a subject of fascination and debate in both popular culture and scientific communities.