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Near Death Experiences

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science10 days ago•33 min saved

Consciousness May Linger After Death, Prompting a Reconsideration of What 'Dead' Really Means

A Telegraph-derived report presented at AAAS suggests death is a process and that consciousness may persist for hours after circulatory death. Anna Fowler’s review of over 20 studies indicates some patients recall surroundings during complete heart stoppage, challenging the idea that the brain immediately and permanently ceases activity. The findings raise ethical questions about organ donation practices and advocate redefining death as a staged, negotiable process rather than a single moment, with potential updates to US death definitions.

via Yahoo|

#consciousness #death #death-definition

health16 days ago•29 min saved

Last Moments, Bright Minds: Terminal Lucidity in Children

Scientists are studying terminal lucidity, brief and unexpected moments of mental clarity near death, now observed in children as well as adults. The article highlights cases where dying kids regain speech, recognize family, and offer reassurance before death, including a documented case of a 3-year-old with liver and pulmonary failure. Estimates suggest 2–6% of dying individuals experience such episodes, though underreporting may inflate the true rate. The research explores overlaps with near-death experiences, potential neurological triggers, and the implications for end-of-life care—such as how caregivers respond and whether medications should be escalated—advocating a normalization of these experiences while recognizing that more study is needed to understand consciousness and brain function.

via Nautilus | Science Connected|

#consciousness #dying-children #end-of-life-care

health20 days ago•18 min saved

Beyond the Brink: What Near-Death Experiences Reveal About Life and Consciousness

The Washington Post examines near-death experiences (NDEs) through patient stories and a developing scientific model that aims to explain them, while noting ongoing debate about whether NDEs indicate an afterlife or arise from brain activity and cultural expectations during extreme medical crises.

via The Washington Post|

#afterlife #brain-science #consciousness

science1 month ago•4 min saved

2025 Neuroscience Highlights: Key Discoveries and Future Predictions

In 2025, significant advancements in consciousness research included exploring the possibility of universal consciousness before the Big Bang, recognizing consciousness as more widespread and ancient across species, breakthroughs in psychedelic therapy and altered states, progress in competing theories of consciousness, and increased attention to near-death experiences and their psychological impact, marking a shift towards viewing consciousness as a tangible scientific frontier.

via The Debrief|

#consciousness #near-death-experiences #neuroscience

science1 month ago•3 min saved

Life Flashes Before Our Eyes at Death

A 2022 study unexpectedly recorded brain activity during a patient's death, revealing that the brain may remain active and exhibit memory-like waves, such as gamma oscillations, suggesting that our lives might indeed flash before our eyes as we die, although findings are preliminary and based on a single case.

via My Modern Met|

#brain-activity #brain-waves #death

science3 months ago•55 min saved

First Brain Waves During Death Resemble Memory Flashbacks

A 2022 study recorded the first human brain waves during dying, showing patterns similar to memory flashbacks, which supports theories about consciousness and memory during death. The article also explores personal experiences with unconsciousness, anesthesia, and near-death states, highlighting the complex and mysterious nature of the dying process.

via Hacker News|

#brainwaves #death #memory-flashbacks

science1 year ago•22 min saved

"The Mysterious Brain Activity at the Moment of Death"

A new study led by Jimo Borjigin, a professor of neurology at the University of Michigan, has revealed unexpected brain activity in a dying patient, challenging previous beliefs about the brain's behavior during death. The study suggests that the dying brain may exhibit heightened activity and connectivity, potentially corresponding to near-death experiences. This finding has the potential to reshape our understanding of death and consciousness, sparking renewed interest and debate in the field of near-death studies.

via The Guardian|

#brain-activity #consciousness #death

health-and-medicine2 years ago•2 min saved

Unveiling the Brain's Wave of Death: New Insights and Potential Reversal

A new study has identified the sequence of events that lead to the permanent cessation of neural activity in dying brains. The research sheds light on near-death experiences and could potentially lead to medical interventions to reverse brain death. When oxygen supplies run out, neurons rapidly deplete their cellular fuel and become destabilized, triggering a surge in brain activity associated with conscious experiences. This is followed by a wave of death, causing permanent functional and structural changes. However, the process can be reversed if the brain is reoxygenated before the wave of death completes its work. The study provides insights into protecting the brains of patients experiencing cardiorespiratory failure.

via IFLScience|

#brain-death #health-and-medicine #medical-interventions

movies2 years ago•1 min saved

Exploring the Mysteries of Life and Death in 'After Death' Documentary

The documentary film "After Death" explores near-death experiences through the accounts of survivors, including well-known figures like Raymond Moody and Don Piper. The film presents re-enactments of these encounters with the hereafter, but lacks originality and energy in its storytelling. While it offers a mix of spiritual journeys and visions created by the human mind, the film fails to deliver a sense of epiphany and falls short in its execution.

via The New York Times|

#after-death #documentary #faith-film

science-and-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unveiling the Prolonged Near-Death Experience: Insights from Neuroscientists"

Neuroscientists from New York University have conducted a study revealing that some patients who were revived by CPR had clear memories of experiencing death and exhibited brain patterns associated with thought and memory while unconscious. The study found that nearly 40 percent of the patients had normal or nearly normal brain wave activity, even an hour after their hearts had stopped. The researchers suggest that the dying brain removes inhibitory systems, allowing access to new dimensions of reality and the recall of stored memories. This study provides evidence for the reality of near-death experiences and opens the door for further exploration into what happens when a person dies.

via Boing Boing|

#brain-activity #cardiopulmonary-resuscitation #consciousness

science2 years ago•2 min saved

"Groundbreaking Study Reveals Profound Near-Death Experiences: New Dimensions of Reality Unveiled"

A groundbreaking study led by Sam Parnia, an intensive care doctor and associate professor at NYU Langone Health, has found brain patterns in dying patients that correlate with commonly reported near-death experiences (NDEs). The study observed 567 patients in 25 hospitals worldwide undergoing CPR after cardiac arrest, with EEG brain signals revealing episodes of heightened consciousness up to an hour after the arrest. While most patients were not resuscitated, 11 survivors reported awareness during CPR, and six reported a near-death experience. The findings challenge the belief that the brain dies after a few minutes of oxygen deprivation and suggest that the brain can respond and restore function even after an hour, opening up new possibilities for treatment and understanding consciousness.

via Slashdot|

#brain-activity #cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr #consciousness

science-and-health2 years ago•6 min saved

The Enigma of Near-Death Experiences Unveiled: Insights from Cardiac Arrest and Brain Activity

A study of cardiac arrest survivors reveals that nearly 40% of people undergoing CPR have memories, dreamlike experiences, or some form of perception even when unconscious. Brain waves show signs of activity suggesting awareness for up to an hour as they are being resuscitated. Some patients reported transcendent recalled experiences of death, while others had positive or negative memories. The study, which monitored 567 people who underwent cardiac arrest resuscitation, also found gamma, delta, theta, alpha, and beta waves suggesting mental function during CPR. The research highlights the need for more understanding of the mental health impact of resuscitation and emphasizes the importance of CPR and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in saving lives.

via NBC News|

#brain-activity #cardiac-arrest #memories

science-and-health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Study reveals link between near-death experiences and post-death brain activity"

A new study led by Dr. Sam Parnia, an NYU Langone Health intensive care physician, has found that near-death experiences (NDEs) are associated with brain activity after the heart stops and breathing ceases. The study involved measuring electrical activity in the brains of patients undergoing resuscitation attempts, and although only a small percentage of patients were successfully revived, those who reported NDEs described consistent experiences such as a sense of separation, life review, and encountering a divine being. The study's findings challenge the notion that NDEs are mere hallucinations and suggest that consciousness may persist even after clinical death. However, some experts have criticized the study's conclusions, highlighting the need for further research in this area.

via CNN|

#brain-activity #consciousness #near-death-experiences

medical-mishaps2 years ago•12 min saved

"Terrifying Tales: Surgeons Share Their Most Frightening Operation Experiences"

Surgeons and medical professionals share their scariest moments during operations, including operating on the wrong knee, accidentally ripping a patient's dural sac, nearly lacerating a major blood vessel, encountering severe tissue rotting, discovering a golf ball-sized blood clot in the heart, accidentally opening a major artery, dealing with ruptured bladders, administering anticoagulants without realizing it, and experiencing various surgical errors and complications.

via BuzzFeed|

#complications #medical-errors #medical-mishaps

human-interest2 years ago•9 min saved

"Close Calls: Reddit's Jaw-Dropping Tales of Near-Death Experiences"

Reddit users share their shocking near-death experiences, including inhaling a cracker leading to pneumonia, being born with collapsed lungs, falling from a mountain while rock climbing, and surviving a tooth abscess that could have reached the brain. These personal accounts highlight the resilience and survival instincts of individuals in extraordinary circumstances.

via BuzzFeed|

#human-interest #near-death-experiences #personal-accounts