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Hallucination
01
a perceptual experience in which an individual perceives something that is not present in the external environment
02
a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea
03
an object perceived during a hallucinatory episode
Example
Hallucinations can be a symptom of certain medical conditions, including neurological disorders or brain injuries.
Hallucinations can be associated with psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, where they may contribute to altered perceptions of reality.
Sleep-related hallucinations may occur during the transition between wakefulness and sleep, leading to vivid and often frightening experiences.
The drug induced hallucinations were illusory, with no basis in reality.
The patient's delusions and hallucinations indicate that he is out of his mind and needs immediate medical attention.