I'm not really one who follows spiritualism and religion but it's always something that's intrigued me as theres a lot of unknowns out there.

My part is I was a victim of psychological and emotional abuse as a child something of which didn't become apparent to myself until after the abuser had passed away, I have so many unanswered questions and a lot of pain to get through so I'm shooting at all angles here.

I'm asking to see if there are any actual studies credible studies that could help give clarity on spiritualism and the paranormal link to the afterlife.

Can those that have passed on (open minded thinking) see what we are doing, hear us and read our thoughts, like seeing into our minds and imaginations.

I've had dreams before where I've had loved ones who have passed have interacted with me and given me messages I usually attributed it to my mind processing my thoughts and playing them out in dreams to help me through trauma and answer questions but from my perspective and understanding, so I'm curious to see what else is out there but don't know where to begin.

Please respond with serious answers any input is welcome spiritualists, mediums & if religious please explain any verses quoted.

Thank you in advance