Clinical finding · Australian terminology

Auditory hallucination

Definition

The perception of sound, such as voices or other noises, without a corresponding external acoustic source.

Topic: Psychosis and perceptionAlso known as hearing voices

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The perception of sound, such as voices or other noises, without a corresponding external acoustic source. The term should be interpreted alongside the person's account, the observed context and other relevant clinical information.

Also known as: hearing voices

Record what was reported and what was observed separately where that distinction matters.
Describe change over time, relevant context and effect on daily functioning.

Inner speechInner speech is recognised as one's own internal voice rather than perceived sound.Intrusive thoughtAn intrusive thought is an unwanted thought or image rather than a sensory-like experience.MishearingMishearing involves an external sound that is present but interpreted incorrectly.

Source checking confirms that the published wording is supported by the cited material. It does not mean specialist clinical approval; new wording remains approval pending.

Healthdirect Australia: Psychosis

Clinical finding · Australian terminology

Auditory hallucination

Definition

The perception of sound, such as voices or other noises, without a corresponding external acoustic source.

Topic: Psychosis and perceptionAlso known as hearing voices

Source linked1 covered source

Also known as: hearing voices

Record what was reported and what was observed separately where that distinction matters.
Describe change over time, relevant context and effect on daily functioning.

Source checking confirms that the published wording is supported by the cited material. It does not mean specialist clinical approval; new wording remains approval pending.

Healthdirect Australia: Psychosis