IANDS Glossary: What is Absorption in Psychology?

What is absorption in the realm of psychology? And what does absorption have to do with near-death experiences? Find out in our newest IANDS glossary entry!
Scientific terminology isn’t always intuitive. So let’s break down these complicated phrases and subjects in our IANDS Glossary, where we’ll explain the science behind near-death studies in a way everyone can understand and appreciate!

What is absorption in the realm of psychology? And what does absorption have to do with near-death experiences? Find out in our newest IANDS glossary entry!

A life review is an autobiographical memory where someone sees their 'life flash before their eyes'. Learn what all of that means in the IANDS Glossary.

What is after-death communication and just how common is the phenomenon? Let's find out in our latest entry to the IANDS Glossary, discussing "ADCs".

What are deathbed visions? And what have we learned from deathbed vision research through the years? Let's explore this fascinating topic in the IANDS glossary.

We often hear the phrase "dissociation" with regards to near-death experiences. But what is dissociation exactly? Let's find out in the IANDS glossary!

What are veridical perceptions and what role do they play in understanding near-death experiences? This IANDS Glossary entry aims to answer both questions.

What is an out-of-body experience and how are they defined? Let's take a closer look at 'OBEs' in this, the latest addition to our IANDS Glossary.

Terminal lucidity is a phenomenon where people experience a sudden spike in mental clarity, and sometimes physical ability, shortly before they die. Learn more in this IANDS glossary entry!