What is another word for Verbal Auditory Hallucinations?
Pronunciation: [vˈɜːbə͡l ˈɔːdɪtəɹˌi hɐlˌuːsɪnˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA) 
Verbal Auditory Hallucinations, often abbreviated as VAH, refer to the perceptual experiences of hearing voices or sounds that are not externally present. These hallucinations can be distressing and can affect individuals with various mental health conditions, particularly schizophrenia. Although commonly known as "hearing voices", it is important to identify alternative synonyms that describe this phenomenon. Other terms commonly used to describe VAH include auditory hallucinations, aural hallucinations, auditory perceptions, auditory delusions, and auditory misperceptions. Recognizing these synonyms expands our understanding of the various ways in which individuals may experience and interpret the subjective perception of sounds or voices that are not real.
