Bruce Greyson facts for kids

Bruce Greyson, born in October 1946, is an American doctor who studies the mind (a psychiatrist). He is famous for his research into near-death experiences (NDEs). These are special experiences some people have when they are very close to dying. Dr. Greyson has collected many stories about NDEs. He has also written many articles and given interviews to help scientists learn more about this interesting topic.

Bruce Greyson's Life Story

Early Life and Education

Bruce Greyson studied psychology at Cornell University. He earned his first degree in 1969. Later, he went to SUNY Upstate Medical University. There, he became a medical doctor in 1973. He then trained to be a psychiatrist. This training happened at the University of Virginia Health System. He finished his training in 1976.

Teaching and Research Career

Dr. Greyson taught at several universities. He worked at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He also taught at the University of Michigan Medical School. From 1984 to 1995, he was at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Since 2014, he has been a Professor Emeritus. This means he is a retired professor. He still works at the University of Virginia.

Research on Near-Death Experiences

What Are Near-Death Experiences?

Dr. Greyson is a very important researcher in the field of near-death studies. Some people even call him the "father" of research into near-death experiences. A near-death experience (NDE) is when someone who was close to dying describes what they felt or saw. These experiences can include feelings of peace or seeing a bright light.

How Dr. Greyson Studies NDEs

Dr. Greyson built on the work of other researchers. These included Raymond Moody and Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. He created a special way to measure NDEs. This is called the Greyson Scale. It helps scientists understand different parts of these experiences. Many other researchers use his scale.

He also created another scale. This one helps to understand experiences called kundalini. Dr. Greyson wrote about NDEs for the Encyclopædia Britannica. He was also the main editor for the Journal of Near-Death Studies. He has often talked to the media about his research. This has helped more people learn about NDEs.

Books and Articles

Dr. Greyson has written several books. He has also published many articles in science journals. These writings share his research and findings.

• After: A Doctor Explores What Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond (2021)
• Irreducible Mind: Toward a Psychology for the 21st Century (co-author, 2007)
• The Handbook of Near-Death Experiences: Thirty Years of Investigation (co-editor, 2009)

See also

In Spanish: Bruce Greyson para niños

• George G. Ritchie
• Satwant Pasricha
• Life After Life
• Pam Reynolds case
• Eben Alexander (author)
• Raymond Moody
• Pim van Lommel
• Sam Parnia
• Jeffrey Long