positive hallucination

a false perceptual experience characterized by perception of something that is not there. In general, positive hallucinations are exaggerations of normal perception. Although they are a hallmark of psychotic disturbances, such as schizophrenia, these perceptual experiences can also be generated by hypnosis. Compare negative hallucination.

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February 23rd 2025

School and College Ability Test (SCAT)

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