Making Sense of Near-Death Experiences: A Handbook of Clinicians

by Mahendra Perera

*Highly Commended in the Psychiatry category at the 2012 British Medical Association Book Awards*A near-death experience (NDE) is a phenomenon whereby powerful physical and emotional sensations and visions are experienced by someone who is either close to death or has been declared clinically dead.This is an accessible guide to the theory and evidence underlying the phenomenon of NDEs. With contributions from leading international experts in the field, it provides an overview of the research into NDEs, the nature of NDEs and how they have been experienced around the world, and the physiological, psychological and medical bases of the phenomenon. The book also discusses children's NDEs, NDEs from a religious perspective, the role of light in NDEs, the assessment and management of NDEs, and the future of research into the phenomenon.This essential handbook will provide all those who may encounter someone who has had an NDE with the knowledge and understanding they need, including nurses, doctors, palliative care workers, psychologists, psychiatrists and pastoral workers.

Genres: Psychology

Paperback

First published December 15, 2011

Reviews

[JCJBergman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been intensely studying Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) for the past 6 months and this book was excellent in presenting modern research from key domains of knowledge (neuroscience, psychology, and religion) about the phenomenon. One of the co-authors Dr David Wilde was a lecturer of mine, who certainly sparked in me a profound curiosity and enthusiasm for the topic.

It's a concise and short "Handbook" which I would recommend anyone and everyone if they want to learn about the NDE from experienced (and open-minded) psychologists, clinicians, and scientists, some of whom have themselves undergone an NDE.