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  • Psychological Science
  • Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Philosophy
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Mortality salience significantly influences decision-making processes.
  • Interdisciplinary research is vital for understanding the complex relationship between death awareness and cognition.
  • Existing research necessitates synthesis to inform policy and public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the current state of research on mortality salience and decision-making.
  • To identify key areas for future research in this field.
  • To inform policymakers regarding cognitive processes associated with mortality, particularly concerning suicide and assisted suicide.

Main Methods:

  • Multidisciplinary expert collaboration.
  • Literature synthesis and state-of-the-art review.
  • Philosophical, cognitive, affective neuroscience, and psychiatric perspectives integration.

Main Results:

  • Established mortality salience as a significant factor in decision-making.
  • Highlighted the need for a comprehensive understanding of cognitive processes related to death.
  • Identified gaps in current knowledge requiring further investigation.

Conclusions:

  • Mortality salience is a critical, yet complex, aspect of human cognition influencing choices.
  • Further research is essential to refine our understanding of death awareness and its implications.
  • Informed policy development requires a deep awareness of the psychological impact of mortality.