Brain imaging in near death.

[Melclin]

Thought some people might find this interesting. I didn't think it was EMS related enough to post in "EMS news".

The study was on brain imaging in near death experiences (specifically the light at the end of the tunnel type thing) in the September issue of Resuscitation.

The results indicate that the meditative state in NDErs was associated with prominent hemodynamic and neuroelectric changes in brain regions known to be implicated in either positive emotions, visual mental imagery, attention or spiritual experiences. Interestingly, these changes exhibit a notable similarity with those found in Carmelite nuns during another form of spiritual meditation.[14][15]

 

[mikie]

Looks neat!

Have you a link to the rest of the article?

 

[Melclin]

Well not really, unless you have journal access. In which case you just go to the resuscitation page. If you're really interested, pm me and I'll send you the pdf.