Charles Bonnet Syndrome is a condition which can develop when someone has sight loss. It is a condition where you see hallucinations that are not real. It is not a mental health problem or dementia.
The hallucinations can happen suddenly and last for a few minutes or several hours. They may be patterns such as shapes or lines that may be moving or still. They can also be of people, animals, objects or places.
Esme’s Umbrella is a charity that offers a safe shelter for anyone living with Charles Bonnet Syndrome. They have produced a number of Fact Sheets which can be found below:
