Many people nearing death dream of meeting relatives, other loved ones or pets who have already died, according to neurologist Chris Kerr, who spoke to The Times.
Kerr has studied end-of-life dreams for several decades. He said patients most often report meeting the most important people in their lives in these dreams, frequently people they lost as far back as childhood.
Not Alone at the End
Kerr said this means people do not leave this world alone, but together with a parent, sibling or beloved pet.
He believes these experiences help people accept what is happening more easily and cope with feelings of loneliness in their final hours. Kerr stressed that the phenomenon still needs further study, and its exact mechanism remains unknown.
Fear of Death by Age
Psychologist Marianna Abravitova previously said fear of death peaks at a particular age, according to earlier reporting. She said young and middle-aged people fear the end of life more than older people do.
