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Near-death experiences and the physio-kundalini syndrome
1University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut.
Journal of Religion and Health
|November 26, 2013
Summary
Near-death experiences (NDEs) may be linked to kundalini awakening. Near-death experiencers reported more physio-kundalini syndrome symptoms than controls, suggesting a connection.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
Background:
- Near-death experiences (NDEs) are profound events occurring at the threshold of death.
- NDEs have significant implications for patient care and religious beliefs.
- A hypothesis suggests NDEs relate to the awakening of kundalini, a concept from Eastern traditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the proposed association between kundalini and NDEs.
- To determine if symptoms of the physio-kundalini syndrome are more prevalent in individuals who have experienced NDEs.
Main Methods:
- A sample of individuals who had near-death experiences was recruited.
- A control group without NDEs was also included.
- Participants completed assessments to identify symptoms of the physio-kundalini syndrome.
Main Results:
- Near-death experiencers reported significantly more symptoms of the physio-kundalini syndrome compared to control subjects.
- This finding supports the hypothesis linking NDEs and kundalini.
Conclusions:
- The study provides evidence for a potential biological basis of NDEs related to kundalini.
- Further research is warranted to explore the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying this association.
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