Hallucinations of musical notation.
Brain : a journal of neurology July 1, 2013 DOI: 10.1093/brain/awt057 (opens in new tab) via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractHallucinations of musical notation can arise in conditions such as Charles Bonnet syndrome, Parkinson's disease, fever, intoxications, and hypnagogic or hypnopompic states. This work describes eight cases of such hallucinations and discusses their possible cerebral mechanisms.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Case series Case report Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 8 |
| Population | Individuals experiencing hallucinations of musical notation |
| Keywords | Charles bonnet syndrome Parkinson’s disease Hallucinations Mental imagery Music |
| Key finding | Hallucinations of musical notation occur in a variety of conditions, and their cerebral mechanisms are discussed. |
Abstract
Hallucinations of musical notation may occur in a variety of conditions, including Charles Bonnet syndrome, Parkinson's disease, fever, intoxications, hypnagogic and hypnopompic states. Eight cases are described here, and their possible cerebral mechanisms discussed.