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Death foretold.

A Biderman1, J Herman

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beersheba, Israel. sbider@netvision.net.il

The Israel Journal of Psychiatry and Related Sciences
|February 24, 2001
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This study explores the phenomenon of "death foretold," where individuals accurately predict their own demise. It examines historical examples and considers a link to psychic stress, especially in older adults.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Humanities
  • Psychology
  • History of Medicine

Background:

  • The concept of individuals predicting their own death has been documented across various historical and cultural contexts.
  • Examples range from biblical accounts to literary works and contemporary reports.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To trace the historical belief in the phenomenon of death foretold.
  • To explore potential connections between predicting one's death and psychic stress.

Main Methods:

  • Historical review of documented cases and literature.
  • Analysis of existing scientific papers linking death prediction to psychic stress.

Main Results:

  • Numerous historical and anecdotal examples of death foretold exist across diverse sources.

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  • Scientific literature often categorizes death foretold under decease due to psychic stress.

    • Conclusions:

    • The phenomenon of death foretold is a recurring theme throughout history.
    • A potential link between death foretold and psychic stress warrants further investigation, particularly considering the advanced age of many individuals experiencing this.