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DocumentFinal report - A pilot study into the incidence of deathbed phenomena in nursing homes and hospices in Hampshire England, and in Rotterdam Holland2015

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-2004
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pastas 1 a 25/2004
Title:
2004 Grants
Start date: 2005-01 - 2012-09
Dimension/support:
25 caixas de arquivo

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2004-108
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 26/2004
Title:
108 - A pilot study into the incidence of deathbed phenomena in nursing homes and hospices in Hampshire England, and in Rotterdam Holland
Duration: 2008-11 - 2016-01
Researcher(s):
Peter Fenwick, Sue Brayne, Shirley Firth, Bart van de Lugt, Julian Candy, Frans Reynders, Frans Baar
Institution(s): University Department of Mental Health, Royal Southampton Hospital, Hamphsire (UK)
Contents: Contents:
Bursary agreement
Application form
Correspondence
Financial report and expenditure documents
Progress reports
1 Book (2 copies)
1 Brochure (2 copies)
5 Articles
Language: eng
Author:
Fenwick, P.
Secondary author(s):
Brayne, S., Firth, S., Van de Lugt, B., Candy, J., Reynders, F., Baar, F.
Number of reproductions:
2
Keywords:
Parapsychology / Survival after bodily death / Deathbed phenomena / Near-death experience / Intervention

Reference code: PT/FB/BL-2004-108.01
Location: Arquivo PCA - Pasta 26/2004
Title:
Final report - A pilot study into the incidence of deathbed phenomena in nursing homes and hospices in Hampshire England, and in Rotterdam Holland
Publication year: 2015
URL:
https://www.bial.com/imagem/Bolsa10804_050416.pdf
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
AIM
Investigate the mental states of the dying in the South of England and in Rotterdam Holland.
METHOD
One year prospective and five year retrospective questionnaire and interview study of Carers of the dying. TV, Radio and newspaper request for stories, collected and classified.
RESULTS
110 carers questioned in 3 UK and 3 Dutch Hospices and Nursing Homes. Characteristics of experiences defined – Death Bed Visions, Transiting to a new reality, Terminal Lucidity, Death Bed coincidences and many phenomena at the time of death e.g. light in the room, shapes seen leaving the body, animals upset and clocks stopping. Experiences were same in Holland and UK.
CONCLUSION
End of Life Experiences very common. Carers requested more teaching as not part of present syllabus. Very comforting to the patients. These papers stimulated more research. Early findings confirmed by other studies.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Copyright/Reproduction:
By permission
Language:
eng
Author:
Brayne, S.
Secondary author(s):
Lovelace, H., van der Lugt, M., Koedam, I.
Document type:
Final report
Number of reproductions:
2
Indexed document:
No
Keywords: End of life experiences / Deathbed visions / Transcendent reality / Terminal lucidity / Deathbed coincidences / Paranormal experiences at the time of
File129 - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of terminal lucidity in children2023-102026-05

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
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
DocumentTerminal lucidity in children: A contemporary case collection2026

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-2022-129.03
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
Terminal lucidity in children: A contemporary case collection
Publication year: 2026
URL:
https://psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/2027-34220-001.html
Abstract/Results: ABSTRACT:
he unanticipated occurrence of unusually enhanced mental clarity just before death has been reported across time and cultures and has come to be known by the term “terminal lucidity.” Cases that appear to be characteristic of terminal lucidity in children have been sporadically documented in historical and more recent literature, yet no studies have systematically examined the characteristics of terminal lucidity in children. Employing a 42-item online survey, this study collected case reports of terminal lucidity in 11 children aged 16 years and under. We recorded disease progression and treatment regime, behavioral and emotional changes prior to and during terminal lucidity, the proximity of terminal lucidity to death, and the terminal lucidity duration. Results revealed that terminal lucidity tended to occur within the final hours to minutes before death of the child and typically manifested as notable changes in mental abilities, as well as marked behavioral and emotional changes. Terminal lucidity did not seem to be precluded by any changes in medical regime and seemed to happen in spite many children being in semi- or comatose states just prior to the lucidity episode. Such results suggest a surge of mental clarity in terminally ill children does occur in spite of medical expectations that it should not, which may have implications for enhancing end-of-life care in terminally ill children, as well as for developing understandings about the nature of consciousness at the end-of-life.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Tassell-Matamua, N.
Secondary author(s):
Kothe, K., Nahm, M., Woollacott, M., Roe, C., Greyson, B., Mutis, M., Evrard, R.
Document type:
Article
Number of reproductions:
3
Reference:
Tassell-Matamua, N., Kothe, K., Nahm, M., Woollacott, M., Roe, C., Greyson, B., Mutis, M., & Evrard, R. (2026). Terminal lucidity in children: A contemporary case collection. Psychology of Consciousness: Theory, Research, and Practice. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1037/cns0000458
2-year Impact Factor: 1.5|2024
Impact factor notes: Impact factor not available yet for 2026
Times cited: 0|2026-03-09
Indexed document: Yes
Quartile: Q3
Keywords: Terminal lucidity / Children / End-of-life / Death / Unusual death experiences

Terminal lucidity in children: A contemporary case collection

Terminal lucidity in children: A contemporary case collection
DocumentFinal report - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of 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-2022-129.01
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
Final report - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of terminal lucidity in children
Publication year: 2025
Abstract/Results:
ABSTRACT:
Background
Terminal lucidity (TL) is an unanticipated surge of mental clarity that can occur in the final hours, minutes, or seconds before death. TL has been documented in adult populations, but little is known about TL in children. This was the first known study to systematically examine TL in children.
Aims
Collect cases of TL in children aged 16 years and under from across the globe and examine whether consistent characteristics and antecedents exist across them. An additional aim was to examine the impact of witnessing TL in children on caregivers.
Methods
Seven respondents who had witnessed TL in a child were recruited through purposive sampling and completed a 42-item online survey. Some respondents reported more than one case, resulting in 11 case reports of TL in children.
Results
Differences in mental lucidity were evident before and during TL. Most children had severe mental impairment before TL yet had no or mild mental impairment during TL. Some children lost the ability to interact with their surroundings and people before TL but regained these abilities during TL. Respondents believed medication could not be responsible for the changes. Witnessing TL in children was considered a spiritual experience that influenced caregivers’ belief systems.
Conclusions
Features typical of TL identified in adult samples are also common in children’s cases. TL has important implications for understanding the process of death and for end-of-life care, including for example, whether an escalation or transition of treatment is necessary. Witnessing TL in children may initiate a spiritual transformation in caregivers, thus influencing how they deliver end-of-life care.
Accessibility: Document exists in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Tassell-Matamua, N. A.
Secondary author(s):
Kothe, K., Woollacott, M. H., Nahm, M., Gunnoe, S., Roehrs, P., Kellehear, A.
Document type:
Final report
Number of reproductions:
3
Reference:
Tassell-Matamua, N. A., Kothe, K., Woollacott, M. H., Nahm, M., Gunnoe, S., Roehrs, P., & Kellehear, A. (2025). Final report - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of terminal lucidity in children.
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Terminal lucidity / Children / End-of-life experiences / Death

Final report - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of terminal lucidity in children

Final report - Mapping the characteristics and impacts of terminal lucidity in children
DocumentTerminal lucidity. An introduction, some case examples in children, and questions they raise2025

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-2022-129.04
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
Terminal lucidity. An introduction, some case examples in children, and questions they raise
Publication year: 2025
URL:
https://www.amazon.com/Banks-River-Styx-Perspectives-Near-Death/dp/1735449199#detailBullets_feature_div
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Tassell-Matamua, N. A.
Secondary author(s):
Kothe, K.
Document type:
Book chapter
Number of reproductions:
3
Reference:
Tassell-Matamua, N. A., & Kothe, K. (2025). Terminal lucidity. An introduction, some case examples in children, and questions they raise. In M. Nahm, M., Woollacott, & N. A. Tassell-Matamua (Eds.), On the banks of the river Styx. New perspectives on terminal lucidity and other near-death phenomena (pp. 6-18). Academy for the Advancement of Postmaterialist Sciences (AAPS).
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Terminal lucidity / Children / End-of-life experiences / Consciousness / Near-death phenomena
DocumentImplications of terminal lucidity for consciousness studies and health care.2025

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-2022-129.05
Location: BF-GMS
Title:
Implications of terminal lucidity for consciousness studies and health care.
Publication year: 2025
URL:
https://www.amazon.com/Banks-River-Styx-Perspectives-Near-Death/dp/1735449199#detailBullets_feature_div
Accessibility: Document does not exist in file
Language:
eng
Author:
Woollacott, M.
Document type:
Book chapter
Number of reproductions:
3
Reference:
Woollacott, M. (2025). Implications of terminal lucidity for consciousness studies and health care. In M. Nahm, M., Woollacott, & N. A. Tassell-Matamua (Eds.), On the banks of the river Styx. New perspectives on terminal lucidity and other near-death phenomena (pp. 47-60). Academy for the Advancement of Postmaterialist Sciences (AAPS).
Indexed document: No
Keywords: Terminal lucidity / Consciousness studies / Mind–brain relationship / End-of-life care / Palliative care