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| specialty = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[False belief]] | |||
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| types = [[Bizarre delusion]], [[Non-bizarre delusion]], [[Mood-congruent delusion]], [[Mood-neutral delusion]] | |||
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| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]] | |||
| differential = [[Schizophrenia]], [[Bipolar disorder]], [[Major depressive disorder]], [[Delirium]], [[Dementia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antipsychotic medication]], [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | |||
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[[file:Airloom.gif|thumb|left]] '''Delusion''' | [[file:Airloom.gif|thumb|left]] '''Delusion''' | ||
A '''delusion''' is a [[fixed false belief]] that is resistant to reason or confrontation with actual fact. Delusions are a common symptom in various [[psychiatric disorders]], including [[schizophrenia]], [[bipolar disorder]], and [[delusional disorder]]. They can also occur in the context of [[neurological disorders]] and [[substance abuse]]. | A '''delusion''' is a [[fixed false belief]] that is resistant to reason or confrontation with actual fact. Delusions are a common symptom in various [[psychiatric disorders]], including [[schizophrenia]], [[bipolar disorder]], and [[delusional disorder]]. They can also occur in the context of [[neurological disorders]] and [[substance abuse]]. | ||
==Types of Delusions== | ==Types of Delusions== | ||
Delusions can be categorized into several types based on their content: | Delusions can be categorized into several types based on their content: | ||
* '''[[Persecutory delusions]]''': The belief that one is being targeted, harassed, or conspired against. | * '''[[Persecutory delusions]]''': The belief that one is being targeted, harassed, or conspired against. | ||
* '''[[Grandiose delusions]]''': The belief that one has exceptional abilities, wealth, or fame. | * '''[[Grandiose delusions]]''': The belief that one has exceptional abilities, wealth, or fame. | ||
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* '''[[Nihilistic delusions]]''': The belief that a major catastrophe will occur or that one is dead or does not exist. | * '''[[Nihilistic delusions]]''': The belief that a major catastrophe will occur or that one is dead or does not exist. | ||
* '''[[Delusions of control]]''': The belief that one's thoughts, feelings, or actions are being controlled by external forces. | * '''[[Delusions of control]]''': The belief that one's thoughts, feelings, or actions are being controlled by external forces. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact cause of delusions is not fully understood, but they are believed to result from a combination of [[genetic]], [[biological]], [[psychological]], and [[environmental factors]]. Abnormalities in brain function, particularly in the [[dopamine]] pathways, are thought to play a significant role. | The exact cause of delusions is not fully understood, but they are believed to result from a combination of [[genetic]], [[biological]], [[psychological]], and [[environmental factors]]. Abnormalities in brain function, particularly in the [[dopamine]] pathways, are thought to play a significant role. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of delusions typically involves a comprehensive [[psychiatric evaluation]] and [[medical history]]. [[Mental health professionals]] use criteria from the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] ([[DSM-5]]) to identify and classify delusions. | Diagnosis of delusions typically involves a comprehensive [[psychiatric evaluation]] and [[medical history]]. [[Mental health professionals]] use criteria from the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] ([[DSM-5]]) to identify and classify delusions. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for delusions often includes a combination of [[antipsychotic medications]], [[psychotherapy]], and [[supportive care]]. [[Cognitive-behavioral therapy]] (CBT) is commonly used to help individuals challenge and modify their delusional beliefs. | Treatment for delusions often includes a combination of [[antipsychotic medications]], [[psychotherapy]], and [[supportive care]]. [[Cognitive-behavioral therapy]] (CBT) is commonly used to help individuals challenge and modify their delusional beliefs. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for individuals with delusions varies depending on the underlying condition, the severity of the delusions, and the effectiveness of treatment. Early intervention and adherence to treatment plans can improve outcomes. | The prognosis for individuals with delusions varies depending on the underlying condition, the severity of the delusions, and the effectiveness of treatment. Early intervention and adherence to treatment plans can improve outcomes. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Hallucination]] | * [[Hallucination]] | ||
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* [[Delusional disorder]] | * [[Delusional disorder]] | ||
* [[Cognitive-behavioral therapy]] | * [[Cognitive-behavioral therapy]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
{{Commons category|Delusion}} | {{Commons category|Delusion}} | ||
[[Category:Psychiatry]] | [[Category:Psychiatry]] | ||
[[Category:Psychopathology]] | [[Category:Psychopathology]] | ||
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[[Category:Bipolar disorder]] | [[Category:Bipolar disorder]] | ||
[[Category:Delusional disorder]] | [[Category:Delusional disorder]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 02:16, 4 April 2025
| Delusion | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Psychiatry |
| Symptoms | False belief |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | Bizarre delusion, Non-bizarre delusion, Mood-congruent delusion, Mood-neutral delusion |
| Causes | |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment |
| Differential diagnosis | Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder, Delirium, Dementia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antipsychotic medication, Cognitive behavioral therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Delusion
A delusion is a fixed false belief that is resistant to reason or confrontation with actual fact. Delusions are a common symptom in various psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and delusional disorder. They can also occur in the context of neurological disorders and substance abuse.
Types of Delusions[edit]
Delusions can be categorized into several types based on their content:
- Persecutory delusions: The belief that one is being targeted, harassed, or conspired against.
- Grandiose delusions: The belief that one has exceptional abilities, wealth, or fame.
- Erotomanic delusions: The belief that another person, often someone of higher status, is in love with the individual.
- Somatic delusions: The belief that one has a physical defect or medical condition.
- Nihilistic delusions: The belief that a major catastrophe will occur or that one is dead or does not exist.
- Delusions of control: The belief that one's thoughts, feelings, or actions are being controlled by external forces.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of delusions is not fully understood, but they are believed to result from a combination of genetic, biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Abnormalities in brain function, particularly in the dopamine pathways, are thought to play a significant role.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of delusions typically involves a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medical history. Mental health professionals use criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) to identify and classify delusions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for delusions often includes a combination of antipsychotic medications, psychotherapy, and supportive care. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is commonly used to help individuals challenge and modify their delusional beliefs.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with delusions varies depending on the underlying condition, the severity of the delusions, and the effectiveness of treatment. Early intervention and adherence to treatment plans can improve outcomes.
See Also[edit]
- Hallucination
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Delusional disorder
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
References[edit]
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External Links[edit]
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