Hallucinations from Vision Loss: Why It Happens and What You Can Do

Losing vision can be overwhelming and scary. For many, it comes with an unexpected side effect—hallucinations. Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) causes vivid visual experiences in people with vision loss, but many are too afraid to speak up, fearing they will be misunderstood. Lisa Ord, LCSW, PhD, explains why CBS happens, how it differs from mental illness, and what people can do to manage these hallucinations.

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Hallucinations from Vision Loss: Why It Happens and What You Can Do

From IMW August 09, 2018

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