Full Moon Myth

This story by Australia's Daily Telegraph demonstrates a disturbing fact of most reporting about paranormal myths. The article discusses three suicides which may have correlated with a lunar eclipse. It goes on to falsely claim that scientists, psychologist, and (sigh) astrologers have all concluded that there is a link between moon phases and aberrant activity, including murders, suicides, and aggravated tomfoolery. This, of course, is nonsense, but it rings true and is, therefore, unquestioned. The only voice of reason quoted in the article comes from a Queensland homicide detective, and he isn't even mentioned until the very end. For real information about the moon's unimpressive powers over the human psyche, read the Skeptic's Dictionary entry here.