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DocumentImpacts on caregivers of witnessing terminal lucidity in children2025

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: PT/FB/BL
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Title: BIAL Grants
Start date: 1994
History:
In 1994 the BIAL Foundation launched a programme of science research grants with the aim of encouraging the research into Man’s physical and mental processes, namely in fields still largely unexplored but which warrant further scientific analysis, as Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
Since its launch, applications to the BIAL grants have been increasing. Up to now 461 projects have been supported, involving more than 1000 researchers from 27 countries.
The approved applications have benefited from grants in amounts comprised between €5,000 and €50, 000. The amount to be granted is fixed by the Scientific board according to the needs of each project.
The supported projects have originated, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, 172 out of which were published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Among the BIAL Foundation fellows is worth highlighting the presence of scientists from prestigious universities from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Russia, Germany, Japan, France, Canada, and many others.
The BIAL grants are promoted biannually.

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2022
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
2022 Grants
Start date: 2023-01

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2022-129
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
129 - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of terminal lucidity in children
Duration: 2023-10 - 2026-05
Researcher(s):
Natasha Tassell-Matamua, Karalee Kothe, Marjorie Woollacott, Michael Nahm, Sara Gunnoe, Philip Roehrs, Allan Kellehear
Institution(s): School of Psychology, Massey University (New Zealand)
Contents: Contents:
Application form
Correspondence
Research Funding Agreement
Progress report
Final report
Articles
Language: eng
Author:
Tassell-Matamua, N. A.
Secondary author(s):
Kothe, K., Woollacott, M. H., Nahm, M., Gunnoe, S., Roehrs, P., Kellehear, A.
Number of reproductions:
3
Keywords:
Terminal lucidity / Dying / Children / Parapsychology

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2022-129.02
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
Impacts on caregivers of witnessing terminal lucidity in children
Publication year: 2025
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251391552
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
Cases of terminal lucidity (TL) in children have recently been documented in contemporary literature, yet no studies have examined the impact on caregivers of witnessing TL in children. Using an online survey, this study assessed the impact of witnessing TL in children on seven caregivers who described a total of 11 cases of TL in children. Findings revealed that witnessing TL in children was considered a spiritual experience that influenced caregivers' belief systems. All caregivers had disclosed what they had witnessed to others, resulting in a mixture of skeptical and accepting reactions. Findings suggest witnessing TL in children may initiate a spiritual transformation that has similar implications for enhancing end-of-life care and creating 'space' for TL to be perceived as a natural part of the dying process in terminally ill children.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Kothe, K.
Secondary author(s):
Tassell-Matamua, N., Woollacott, M., Nahm, M., Roe, C., Greyson, B., Mutis, M., Evrard, R.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
3
Percentiles:
0.00|0.00
Reference:
Kothe, K., Tassell-Matamua, N., Woollacott, M., Nahm, M., Roe, C., Greyson, B., Mutis, M., & Evrard, R. (2025). Impacts on caregivers of witnessing terminal lucidity in children. Omega: Journal of Death and Dying. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/00302228251391552
2-year Impact Factor: 1.3|2024
Impact factor notes: Impact factor not available yet for 2025
Times cited: 0|2026-02-17
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q3
Keywords: Caregivers / Children / End-of-life care / Lucidity episodes / Spiritual experience / Terminal lucidity

Impacts on caregivers of witnessing terminal lucidity in children

Impacts on caregivers of witnessing terminal lucidity in children
DocumentDepression of family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness: A systematic review2025

Reference code: PT/FB
Entity holding: BIAL Foundation
Location: S. Mamede do Coronado
Title:
BIAL Foundation Archive
Start date: 1994
History:
The BIAL Foundation was created in 1994 by Laboratórios BIAL in conjunction with the Council of Rectors of Portuguese Universities. BIAL’s Foundation mission is to foster the scientific study of Man from both the physical and spiritual perspectives.
Along the years the BIAL Foundation has developed an important relationship with the scientific community, first in Portugal and after worldwide. Today it is an institution of reference which aims to stimulate new researches that may help people, promote more health and contribute to new milestones to gain access to knowledge.
Among its activities the BIAL Foundation manages the BIAL Award, created in 1984, one of the most important awards in the Health field in Europe. The BIAL Award rewards both the basic and the clinical research distinguishing works of major impact in medical research.
The BIAL Foundation also assigns Scientific Research Scholarships for the study of neurophysiological and mental health in people, arousing the interest of researchers in the areas of Psychophysiology and Parapsychology.
To date the BIAL Foundation has supported 461 projects, more than 1000 researchers, with research groups in twenty-seven countries, resulting, until April 2013, in about 600 full papers, out of which 172 published in indexed international journals with an average impact factor of 3.6 and a substantial number of citations (1665).
Since 1996 the BIAL Foundation organizes the Symposia entitled "Behind and Beyond the Brain", a Forum that gathers well renowned neurosciences speakers and the BIAL Foundation Fellows which are spread around the world.
Classified as an institution of public utility, the BIAL Foundation includes among its patrons the Portuguese President, the Portuguese Universities Rectors' Council and the Portuguese Medical Association.
URL: http://www.bial.com/pt/
Accessibility: By permission

Reference code: NDE
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 1/Outros Apoios
Title:
Characterization of “Near-Death Experiences” through the comparison of experiencers and non-experiencers’ particularities: inter-individual differences in cognitive characteristics and susceptibility to false memories
Duration: 2016-03 - 2019-03
Researcher(s):
Steven Laureys, Charlotte Martial, Héléna Cassol
Institution(s): Coma Science Group, University of Liège (Belgium)
Contents: Application
Research Funding Agreement
Progress report
Final report
Articles
Language: eng
Author:
Laureys, S.
Number of reproductions:
3
Keywords:
Parapsychology and Psychophysiology / Near-death experience / Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)

Reference code: NDE-152
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
Depression of family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness: A systematic review
Publication year: 2025
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1155/ane/6249080
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
Objectives
The main purpose of this study was to systematically analyze the state of depression among family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness (DoC) and explore the influencing factors of depression.
Data Sources
A systematic review. English-language articles published from January 1, 1994, to July 1, 2024, were searched using Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, and MEDLINE databases.
Study Selection
The study selected for review had to assess the level of depression, or the predictors of depression, among family caregivers of DoC patients.
Results
A total of 18 studies, encompassing 2155 participants, met the predetermined inclusion criteria. Depending on the study, 15.5%–82.6% of these caregivers of DoC patients reported depression. Eight studies showed that positive coping strategies (e.g., acceptance and problem-focused strategies) predicted lower levels of depression. Two longitudinal studies showed a significant decrease in depression over time. Two of the four studies that discussed gender showed a greater prevalence of depression in female caregivers than in males. In addition, low quality of life, poor social support, unmet emotional support needs, and financial problems increase the level of depression.
Conclusion
Family caregivers are suffering from depression. Duration of illness (i.e., DoC), gender of family caregivers, coping strategies, and social support influenced the proportion of depression symptoms. These results open the path to the study of interventions aiming to support the mental health of family caregivers of DoC patients and considering these influences. Improving the mental health of family caregivers could ultimately allow an increase in the quality of life of patients and promote their recovery.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Shou, F.
Secondary author(s):
Wu, J., Wang, J., Grégoire, C., Huang, W., Li, M., Aubinet, C., Wang, A., Hu, N., Laureys, S., Di, H.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
3
Percentiles:
0.00|0.00
Reference:
Shou, F., Wu, J., Wang, J., Grégoire, C., Huang, W., Li, M., Aubinet, C., Wang, A., Hu, N., Laureys, S., & Di, H. (2025). Depression of family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness: A systematic review. Acta Neurologica Scandinavica, Article 6249080, 13 pages. https://doi.org/10.1155/ane/6249080
2-year Impact Factor: 2.7|2024
Impact factor notes: Impact factor not available yet for 2025
Times cited: 0|2026-02-17
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q2
Keywords: Caregivers / Cope / Depression / Disorders of consciousness / Systematic review

Depression of family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness: A systematic review

Depression of family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness: A systematic review