Terminal Lucidity (Sudden Awakenings, Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Near-Death)
Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World
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Exploring the Mystery of Terminal Lucidity
Exploring the phenomenon of terminal lucidity in individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's, the hosts discuss the sudden return of mental clarity before passing away. They emphasize the lack of extensive research on this phenomenon and advocate for more studies to understand this intriguing aspect of human cognition.
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Transcript
Sometimes, near death, a person with dementia will suddenly regain clarity and lucidity and give loved ones a chance to say goodbye. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the phenomenon called terminal lucidity, what could cause it, and whether it tells us anything new about the brain, soul, and consciousness.
