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Hearing voices.

M A Romme1, A D Escher

  • 1University of Limburg, Maastricht, The Netherlands.

Schizophrenia Bulletin
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

People experiencing auditory hallucinations shared coping strategies after a TV program connected 450 individuals. A subsequent meeting highlighted diverse personal experiences and management techniques for hearing voices.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Social Science

Background:

  • Auditory hallucinations are a common symptom in various mental health conditions.
  • Limited research exists on the direct peer-to-peer experiences and coping mechanisms of individuals with these symptoms.
  • The study addresses the need for understanding lived experiences beyond clinical diagnoses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the experiences of individuals with auditory hallucinations.
  • To identify and report on the diverse coping strategies employed by people who hear voices.
  • To facilitate a peer-support network through shared experiences.

Main Methods:

  • A television talk show featured a patient discussing auditory hallucinations, prompting a response from 450 viewers who also heard voices.
  • A questionnaire gathered information on coping mechanisms from respondents.
  • A meeting was organized where 20 selected individuals shared their experiences as speakers.

Main Results:

  • The study facilitated contact between individuals experiencing auditory hallucinations.
  • A wide range of coping strategies were reported by participants.
  • Qualitative data provided insights into the personal management of auditory hallucinations.

Conclusions:

  • Peer interaction can be a valuable tool for individuals experiencing auditory hallucinations.
  • Sharing experiences can validate and inform coping strategies.
  • Further research into community-based support for auditory hallucinations is warranted.

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