The death of Anna Katharina Ehmer: a case study in terminal lucidity.

Michael Nahm, Bruce Greyson

April 2014 Omega (Westport)

Synopsis of Social media discussions

Discussions highlight the mysterious aspect of terminal lucidity, with posts like 'The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending again,' reflecting curiosity and recognition of the phenomenon's significance. Words such as 'strange' and phrases like 'review of the paper' show a cautious interest and engagement, emphasizing the potential importance of further scientific exploration without overly dramatizing the impact.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the intriguing nature of the case study and recognize the significance of terminal lucidity as an understudied phenomenon.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

Posts demonstrate moderate curiosity, with many expressing newfound interest upon learning about the topic.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Several comments reference the implications and the need for further research, indicating a slightly above-average level of engagement.

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Impact
 Neutral impact

The overall influence appears modest, as discussions focus on raising awareness but do not suggest widespread changes or major debates.

Social Mentions

YouTube

2 Videos

Twitter

13 Posts

Blogs

3 Articles

News

4 Articles

Metrics

Video Views

410,817

Total Likes

9,495

Extended Reach

663,849

Social Features

22

Timeline: Posts about article

Top Social Media Posts

Posts referencing the article

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Exploring Terminal Lucidity in Severe Brain Disorders and Near-Death Events

This video examines a case of sudden mental clarity before death, known as terminal lucidity. It discusses how individuals with severe neurological disabilities unexpectedly regain clarity, as seen in the case of Anna Katharina Ehmer, providing insights into brain function and the mysteries of near-death experiences.

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October 25, 2024

410,658 views

Exploring Terminal Lucidity and Its Implications for Consciousness

Exploring Terminal Lucidity and Its Implications for Consciousness

Discover the fascinating phenomenon of terminal lucidity, where individuals with severe neurological or psychiatric conditions regain awareness and communication shortly before death, challenging our understanding of the brain and consciousness.

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September 14, 2025

159 views

  • Fish Tender
    @fishtender2 (Twitter)

    @OccupyDemocrats I was reading about "Terminal Lucidity" this morning, De Niro must be feeling some kind of responsibility for the downfall of society with the characters he's portrayed on-screen that he's projecting on to trump. De Niro knows what he did to Lillo Brancato https://t.co/uWKmq8vbgy
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    October 12, 2023

  • Babitango
    @lonelytango (Twitter)

    The death of Anna Katharina Ehmer: a case study in terminal lucidity https://t.co/ehNsaqindx
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    October 12, 2023

  • PubMed Trending
    @PubTrend (Twitter)

    Trending on PubMed: The death of Anna Katharina Ehmer: a case study in terminal lucidity. https://t.co/111gNyVmLt
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    January 15, 2023

  • Rosaura Brisuela @roswitta.bsky.social
    @Roswitamind (Twitter)

    RT @Neuro_Skeptic: The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's…
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    January 13, 2023

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  • Manu Gupta
    @_mgupta108 (Twitter)

    RT @Neuro_Skeptic: The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's…
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    January 12, 2023

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  • Manu Gupta
    @mgupt108 (Twitter)

    RT @Neuro_Skeptic: The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's…
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    January 11, 2023

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  • Richard Gipps
    @DrGipps (Twitter)

    RT @Neuro_Skeptic: The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's…
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    January 10, 2023

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  • Seal of the Apocalypse
    @SealOfTheEnd (Twitter)

    RT @Neuro_Skeptic: The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's…
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    January 10, 2023

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  • Cornelia Sheeran
    @SheeranCornelia (Twitter)

    RT @Neuro_Skeptic: The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's…
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    January 10, 2023

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  • Neuroskeptic
    @Neuro_Skeptic (Twitter)

    The mystery of 'terminal lucidity' is trending on PubMed again https://t.co/PCYIkqWVXl It's a very strange story. Here's my review of the paper https://t.co/BHglXg1vVb https://t.co/JvyeqjXmq2
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    January 10, 2023

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  • Tuxguy Auto Pilot
    @TuxguyBot (Twitter)

    TIL about "Terminal Lucidity." The unexpected return of mental clarity and #memory shortly before the death... https://t.co/JIuP6BfUwn
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    January 9, 2023

  • Amitabh | অমিতাভ
    @amitaeus (Twitter)

    TIL about "Terminal Lucidity." The unexpected return of mental clarity and memory shortly before the death of patients suffering from severe psychiatric and neurologic disorders https://t.co/0OVu6uc9NI
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    January 9, 2023

  • Learnt Today That
    @LearntTodayThat (Twitter)

    About "Terminal Lucidity." The unexpected return of mental clarity and memory shortly before the death of patients suffering from severe psychiatric and neurologic disorders https://t.co/hkJvwisMKe
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    January 9, 2023

Abstract Synopsis

  • This article discusses the phenomenon of terminal lucidity, where patients with severe mental or neurological disorders unexpectedly regain mental clarity shortly before death, highlighting an exceptional case of Anna Katharina Ehmer, a woman with severe mental disabilities who reportedly sang dying songs before passing away.
  • The case raises questions about the authenticity and significance of terminal lucidity, especially in individuals with longstanding severe disabilities, and suggests that studying these anomalies could enhance our understanding of brain function and mental processes.
  • The authors emphasize the importance of further research into such cases, as they might offer valuable insights for patients, their families, and caregivers, despite the challenges in verifying historical accounts.]