Visual hallucinations are highly prevalent among individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia
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SUPPORTED
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Visual hallucinations are a well-documented and relatively common symptom in individuals with schizophrenia, affecting roughly a quarter to half of patients.
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The Phenomenology and Neurobiology of Visual Distortions and Hallucinations in Schizophrenia: An Update
2021 · cited by 58
This review highlights that visual hallucinations occur in approximately 25% to 50% of schizophrenia cases.
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What Is the Prevalence of Visual Hallucinations in a First-Episode Psychosis Population? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Literature
2023 · cited by 9
This systematic review and meta-analysis establishes a weighted prevalence estimate of 33% for visual hallucinations in first-episode psychosis populations.