Theory:Telepathy

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Theory	Citations	Notes
Telepathy could extend to incorporate aspects of Mental manipulation.	Bob claims that Matt can manipulate any of the functions of the brain (Out of Time)	+ Memories are kept in the brain. + Abilities are also thought to be centered in the brain, meaning that it is possible that Matt might be able to manipulate someone's brain to "forget" how their ability works.
Telepathy could extend to incorporate aspects of Illusion.	None	+ Maury was able to sneak into a Company facility undetected. + Maury was able to fool Niki into thinking that she saw D.L. + Maury was able to trap Matt and Nathan in elaborate illusionary environments similar to Candice's. - Candice doesn't just fool people's senses, she actually looks and sounds like whoever she's disguised as. • This is subjective, because the way someone looks and sounds depends on the viewer's senses of sight and hearing respectively. - Sylar, while using Candice's ability in Five Years Gone is able to fool cameras and recording equipment. Since these machines don't have brains, it is unlikely that Maury could do the same. + But the theory states that it could incorporate aspects of Illusion, not the whole power
Telepathy could extend to incorporate aspects of Dream manipulation.	Bob claims that Matt can manipulate any of the functions of the brain (Out of Time)	+ If Maury can manipulate the brain by putting in 'nightmares', then Matt could delve into the brain and manipulate a dream
Telepathy could extend to incorporate aspects of Bliss and horror.	Bob says that like his father, Matt can manipulate people's actions. (Out of Time)	+ Maury created similar sensations to these during the "raid" on his apartment by Nathan and Matt. While he may not be able to create the emotions themselves, he can certainly create a mental scenario which leads to them, which is essentially the same conclusion.
Telepathy may be, more so then most powers, a corruptive influence on the user.	Angela says to Matt: "If you take this secret from me, you're not just like your father. You are him!"	+ Maury and Future Matt were both noticeably dark individuals. Matt has certainly become more like them as the show progresses, ripping out and implanting thoughts as his power develops, plus trapping Maury in his own nightmare (a very Biblical form of revenge). This trend of using his powers to get what he wants may continue as his powers grow. + The temptation to wield potentially absolute control over a person's actions would be very strong and hard to resist for anyone. It has already had, in a fairly brief timespan, a large impact on Matt who is a kind individual at heart.