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New resources on Charles Bonnet Syndrome released on CBS Awareness Day 2024

Esme's Umbrella, the charity raising awareness of Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS), has marked their annual CBS Awareness Day on 16th November by launching a webpage for children and young people, and a short film:

  • The Children and Young People webpage includes a short film by someone who experienced CBS as a child, information for children and young people affected by visual hallucinations, and for their parents and teachers.
  • The 19-minute film 'Aspectum', shows how Charles Bonnet Syndrome affects the lives of two people who live with it.
CBS causes hallucinations in people with sight loss, and can be confused with a mental health condition. The Macular Society website also has information about CBS, including causes, symptoms and treatment.