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The epidemiology and differential diagnosis of near-death experience.

Brian C. Bates, Adrian Stanley

American Journal of Orthopsychiatry October 1, 1985 DOI: 10.1111/j.1939-0025.1985.tb02704.x (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed
Topics Near-death experience
Citations 31
Key points Proposes that the framework for studying a new psychiatric syndrome provides a context for articulating near-death experiences for research and clinical practice.

Abstract

This paper considers the generally consistent description of the common elements involved in near-death experiences (NDEs). It is suggested that the framework for studying a new psychiatric syndrome provides a context within which NDEs can be articulated both for research and for the practice of mental health professionals.