Phonopsia

Phonopsia (or phonostimulation) is a phenomenon when a person or other living creature not only sees or hears light or sound, but also feels it depending on its shape or color. In everyday life, we encounter phenomena such as lighting effects on the road or changes in the volume of music depending on how well it suits our individual preferences. However, phonopsia is not limited to natural phenomena

**Phonopsia** is a type of visual impairment in which a person can see colors and shapes associated with surrounding sounds or noises. At the same time, color perception is not related to ordinary vision. Most often, these forms of vision occur in people suffering from certain mental or neurological diseases, such as mental disorders, changes in the brain after injury or disease. Most cases of phonopsia are rare, but they can be very striking and life-threatening.

One of the most common cases of phonopsia is acoustic or auditory color hallucinations, also known as “color pictures in the head” or “illusion.” These hallucinations involve the presence of colors, shapes, and textures in the ears or head that are not associated with real objects or events. They often have a strong emotional charge and can cause fear, anxiety or panic.

If you have ever experienced this phenomenon, you may know that it is an unusual sensation that is difficult to describe in words. It can appear on its own, without much stimulation from surrounding sounds. People with this form of the disorder experience feelings of disorientation, confusion and anxiety.

There are various treatments for phonopsia, including therapy to manage stress and anxiety. In some cases, people may see a mental health professional for medication treatment or counseling.

In addition, doctors may suggest the use of special devices to help with auditory hallucinations, such as special sound filters that block unwanted sounds.

Phonopsia is a syndrome in which a person experiences vivid visual images, but the pupils of the eyes and pressure in the ear canals are absent. Most often, the term “aura” is used in the literature for phonopedia. This condition is similar to acoustic anesthesia. Their differences: in the first case, the person is conscious, and in the second, not.