Alien abductions refer to claims made by individuals who believe they 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. Skeptics argue that these experiences may be attributed to psychological phenomena, such as sleep paralysis or vivid dreams. Despite the lack of scientific evidence supporting the existence of alien abductions, the topic remains popular in popular culture, inspiring numerous books, movies, and television shows.