Overview
- University of Virginia researchers surveyed 167 self-identified near-death experiencers in an open-access paper in Psychology of Consciousness.
- Sixty-four percent sought professional or social support after their NDE, and 78% of those who sought help said it was beneficial.
- Validation and NDE‑literate peer or online groups strongly predicted helpful support, while conventional mental-health care was often rated less helpful.
- Greater NDE intensity and prior psychological difficulties increased help-seeking, whereas older age, a happy childhood, and NDE‑friendly resources predicted higher perceived benefit.
- Coverage highlights substantial life disruptions for some experiencers, including strained relationships and career changes, alongside hesitancy to disclose due to fear of being dismissed.