Psychics are real, but it is far better to do some research before going to one and putting full credence in what they say they can see. They see probabilities regarding actions one has taken and one's present mindset, but those probablities can and do change if a person decides to take a different course of action. It's called free will which when it is aligned with God co-creates everything we see around us.
A good sampling of psychics can be found at metaphysical book stores "psychic fairs" which are held about once a month where you can have discounted readings of a shorter duration. They're quite helpful is someone is truly looking for a qualified psychic.
During the mid '90's I used what I found out later was a form of remote viewing to "see" 5 of the 6 numbers in Lotto GA. Timing was off as I saw and played the numbers 6 draws (weeks) ahead, then the next week which was 5 weeks before the actual matching draw. For anyone interested, I still have the actual tickets as proof of my statements.
The best way to develop any type of precognitive abilities is to practice, practice, practice. Figure out what works for you and work to develop it.
I've read that every bit of knowledge past, present and future is contained within the mind of God so personally do not understand anyone seeking information through any source other than the Creator.
And luckycat before you pipe in... if you work with these realms very much you learn what is good, what is not good. The most important lesson of all and that is to trust yourself and what you're sensing regarding everything.
The late Dorothy Allison was a well known documented psychic who helped the police. Any one of you who dreams the winning numbers, who has a hunch about the numbers is tapping into your psychic abilities. These abilities can be developed over time but requires work and practice to bring it about.
And finally I will say that we assume we will see or sense things as Hollywood projects them in movies. This is highly untrue with the majority of us who simply get fleeting glimpses of information, then proceed to tell ourselves this information is just no good, that we'll never be able to know anything ahead of time. By doing that you're effectively killing the messenger!! Simply joyfully hold the mindset that that information was fantastic and you respectfully intend to know more! You'd be amazed at what information will be forthcoming in time with the correct mindset!!!
My answer to the question is yes beyond the shadow of a doubt that some psychics are real, that every one of us has the potential waiting to be awakened in ourselves, that we simply have to find out how and practice, practice, practice. And most of all you can yes use these abilities to sense winning lottery numbers. Your doubts are the only thing really stopping you from learning how and doing it.