Sleep Paralysis, “The Ghostly Bedroom Intruder” and Out-of-Body Experiences: The Role of Mirror Neurons
Baland Jalal, Vilayanur S. Ramachandran
Frontiers in Human Neuroscience February 27, 2017 DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2017.00092 (opens in new tab)
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| Citations | 38 |
| Key points | Argues that integrating existential and phenomenological perspectives is essential for understanding and optimizing the therapeutic use of psychedelics. |
Abstract
OPINION article Front. Hum. Neurosci., 28 February 2017Sec. Brain Health and Clinical Neuroscience Volume 11 - 2017 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2017.00092
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