Is the unconscious mind aware of its surroundings? New research suggests anesthetized brains can process overheard words
- Posted on May 15, 2026
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Is the unconscious mind aware of its surroundings? New research suggests anesthetized brains can process overheard words
It’s a well-worn trope of medical dramas: A person lies unconscious in a hospital bed, and their loved one talks to them, not knowing whether they can hear the message. Well, a new study suggests that the anesthetized brain can process sounds and words—and even predict what will be said next. The findings, published May 6 in the journal Nature, hin...
