What happens to awareness once the heart has stopped beating? This question has captivated humans since antiquity. Many cultures believe that the soul takes about three days to entirely exit the body. But is there a scientific basis for this idea?
Consciousness and D3ath: What We Know
From a scientific standpoint, clinical d3ath occurs when breathing and heartbeat stop. However, current evidence indicates that consciousness may persist for several minutes after d3ath.
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