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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Auditory hallucination | |||
| synonyms = [[Paracusia]] | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Hearing sounds without external stimuli | |||
| causes = [[Schizophrenia]], [[Bipolar disorder]], [[Psychosis]], [[Sleep deprivation]], [[Substance abuse]] | |||
| risks = [[Mental illness]], [[Neurological disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[Psychiatric evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Tinnitus]], [[Musical ear syndrome]], [[Charles Bonnet syndrome]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antipsychotic medication]], [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[Psychotherapy]] | |||
| frequency = Common in [[schizophrenia]] and other [[psychotic disorders]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Auditory Hallucination''' is a [[psychological phenomenon]] where an individual hears sounds, voices, or music that are not actually present in their external environment. These hallucinations are a common symptom of various [[mental health disorders]], including [[schizophrenia]], [[bipolar disorder]], and [[major depressive disorder]]. They can also occur as a result of certain medical conditions, such as [[brain tumor]]s or [[epilepsy]], or due to the use of certain drugs or medications. | '''Auditory Hallucination''' is a [[psychological phenomenon]] where an individual hears sounds, voices, or music that are not actually present in their external environment. These hallucinations are a common symptom of various [[mental health disorders]], including [[schizophrenia]], [[bipolar disorder]], and [[major depressive disorder]]. They can also occur as a result of certain medical conditions, such as [[brain tumor]]s or [[epilepsy]], or due to the use of certain drugs or medications. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
An '''auditory hallucination''' is defined as the perception of sound without an external source. These sounds can take many forms, including voices, music, or ambient noises. They are typically perceived as being real by the individual experiencing them, and can often be very distressing. | An '''auditory hallucination''' is defined as the perception of sound without an external source. These sounds can take many forms, including voices, music, or ambient noises. They are typically perceived as being real by the individual experiencing them, and can often be very distressing. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
There are many potential causes of auditory hallucinations. They are most commonly associated with [[psychosis]], a condition characterized by a disconnection from reality. Psychosis can occur as a result of various mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. | There are many potential causes of auditory hallucinations. They are most commonly associated with [[psychosis]], a condition characterized by a disconnection from reality. Psychosis can occur as a result of various mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. | ||
Other potential causes of auditory hallucinations include brain tumors, epilepsy, and certain drugs or medications. In some cases, auditory hallucinations can also occur in individuals without any underlying mental health or medical condition. This is known as [[idiopathic]] auditory hallucination. | Other potential causes of auditory hallucinations include brain tumors, epilepsy, and certain drugs or medications. In some cases, auditory hallucinations can also occur in individuals without any underlying mental health or medical condition. This is known as [[idiopathic]] auditory hallucination. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for auditory hallucinations typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This may involve medication, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. In some cases, [[cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) can be effective in helping individuals manage their hallucinations. | Treatment for auditory hallucinations typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This may involve medication, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. In some cases, [[cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) can be effective in helping individuals manage their hallucinations. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Visual hallucination]] | * [[Visual hallucination]] | ||
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* [[Tactile hallucination]] | * [[Tactile hallucination]] | ||
* [[Gustatory hallucination]] | * [[Gustatory hallucination]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatry]] | [[Category:Psychiatry]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Cognition, perception, emotional state and behaviour]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: Cognition, perception, emotional state and behaviour]] | ||
{{Psychiatry-stub}} | {{Psychiatry-stub}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:06, 3 April 2025
| Auditory hallucination | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Paracusia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hearing sounds without external stimuli |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | N/A |
| Duration | N/A |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Sleep deprivation, Substance abuse |
| Risks | Mental illness, Neurological disorders |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, Psychiatric evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Tinnitus, Musical ear syndrome, Charles Bonnet syndrome |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antipsychotic medication, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Psychotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders |
| Deaths | N/A |
Auditory Hallucination is a psychological phenomenon where an individual hears sounds, voices, or music that are not actually present in their external environment. These hallucinations are a common symptom of various mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. They can also occur as a result of certain medical conditions, such as brain tumors or epilepsy, or due to the use of certain drugs or medications.
Definition[edit]
An auditory hallucination is defined as the perception of sound without an external source. These sounds can take many forms, including voices, music, or ambient noises. They are typically perceived as being real by the individual experiencing them, and can often be very distressing.
Causes[edit]
There are many potential causes of auditory hallucinations. They are most commonly associated with psychosis, a condition characterized by a disconnection from reality. Psychosis can occur as a result of various mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. Other potential causes of auditory hallucinations include brain tumors, epilepsy, and certain drugs or medications. In some cases, auditory hallucinations can also occur in individuals without any underlying mental health or medical condition. This is known as idiopathic auditory hallucination.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for auditory hallucinations typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This may involve medication, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. In some cases, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be effective in helping individuals manage their hallucinations.
See also[edit]
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