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This panel discussion will introduce Mary Carmel s Light, an organization which aims to raise awareness and provide education about Charles Bonnet Syndrome to both the medical community and the general public. Our work involves awareness, education, and information campaigns, hosting support groups, advocating for those with CBS, and managing a crisis intervention helpline. Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS): A physiological condition in which visual perceptual content is not caused by an external source. It can be caused by impairments of the visual pathway, leading to hyperactivity in the visual cortex. Topics include: A history and description of the syndrome, Explanation of experiences of persons with CBS, Contrast with non-visual hallucinations and treatment options, Caregiving for someone with CBS, Normalizing CBS and Empowering people living with CBS. |
