Consciousness outside of the brain

What is the general consensus in here regarding this phenomenon and near-death experiences? I have read that they have been replicated with ketamine and LSD, but they also differ in many aspects, namely, the near-death experience generally having a life-long effect.This article is very old, but what do you make of it? Scientists conducted a study where they feel they have proof that consciousness can exist outside of the brain. 63 people who had heart attacks were interviewed, 7 recalled memories [while clinically dead], and 4 counted as near-death experiences. Also, none of those who experienced this phenomenon had low oxygen levels, like often claimed.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/986177.stmAlso, has anybody delved into Gary Schwartz's "Afterlife Experiments" where he conducted a "scientific" study of mediums, including famous ones, such as John Edwards? According to his findings, these mediums were overwhelmingly accurate with people who they have no prior experience with.This message has been edited by RIP, 02-17-2005 14:47 AMThis message has been edited by AdminSylas, 02-17-2005 15:50 AM

Almost... can we have some kind of summary or indication of the content of your link? I don't want to promote a bare link with no associated clues to indicate whether or not it is something they might want to click and read.

ok now?

Thank you. I am promoting the first article to start a new thread at Message 1; and closing down this thread.

Thread moved here from the Proposed New Topics forum.