Does paranormal perception occur in near-death experiences?

This article critically examines the evidence that near-death experiences (NDEs) involve veridical paranormal perception—that is, accurate observations made while clinically dead. It reviews studies claiming such perceptions and finds the case wanting, arguing that the evidence does not support survivalist interpretations. The author concludes that claims of veridical observations during NDEs lack sufficient empirical support.

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Abstract

Article that serves as Part 1 of a critique of survivalist interpretations of near-death experiences (NDEs), reviews the quality of the evidence for veridical observations during NDEs, and finds the case for veridical paranormal perception during NDEs wanting.