"Ascent" was the sixteenth episode of The Dead Zone and the third episode of the second season, airing on USA Network on 19 January 2003. It was the second half of a two-part episode that began with "Descent."
Summary[]
Walt is in a coma, and when Johnny touches him he is able to join Walt in his mind. He must convince Walt that he wants to live, and keep him away from the light. Walt's love for Sarah is the key.