Phantom Vibration Syndrome: An Emerging Phenomenon

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Page: 467-471

Anshuman Dixit (Department of Psychology, Panjab University, Chandigarh)

Technological advancements have brought people closer and made life more convenient, but this may come at a cost. Excessive use of mobile phones has been associated with a number of conditions in the past. One of the pathologies that has emerged recently is called Phantom Vibration Syndrome (PVS). The false impression that a person’s phone or other technical equipment is vibrating is referred to as PVS. Although PVS has shown striking prevalence rates, only a small number of studies have been conducted on it. The unknown etiology of this phenomenon is a constant theme that was observed during the review of the literature. This systematic year-wise review is designed to provide an understanding of the phenomenon. It is essential to have a clinical criterion for the identification of PVS so that treatment plans and interventions can be developed accordingly. The research studies conducted in the past have been summarised, and suggestions for further study have been offered in response.