Question

False sensory perception in the absence of real external stimuli is called:
1. Illusion
2. Hallucination
3. Depersonalization
4. Deja Vu

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Hallucination

Concept:

• Hallucination refers to misperception in the absence of external stimuli
• It is a common symptom of schizophrenia.
• Example: An individual is able to hear voices that others can't.

Explanation:

• There are five types of hallucinations:
  1. Auditory
  2. Visual
  3. Olfactory
  4. Tactile
  5. Gustatory
• Auditory hallucinations are the common type of hallucination.

• Illusion is the misperception of the presence of external stimuli.
• For example, perceiving rope as a snake in the dark.

• Depersonalization: An individual feels detached from body and thoughts.
• Deja vu: It refers to the feeling that you have already experienced things but happening for the first time.