Laypersons' perceptions of after-death communication

Abstract

Abstract This study investigated perceptions of after-death communication (ADC). Because of the anecdotal nature of such experiences, scientific research in this area is restricted to assessing individuals' perceptions of them. Results from this study found that 54% of participants perceived having had some form of an ADC experience. The most common experience of those reporting ADCs was during sleep. Of those reporting ADCs, the majority indicated that ADCs should or should “definitely” be discussed, and that their experience had been a positive one. Religious beliefs were not found to be a significant difference between those who had experienced an ADC and those who had not. Significant differences between those not reporting an ADC and those indicating the possibility of having had such an experience were found on four variables. Those reporting ADCs were more likely to practice relaxation or meditation techniques, held a stronger belief that perceptions of ADCs should be shared with others, were less ...