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| name = Delusional disorder | |||
| image = [[File:Théodore_Géricault_-_Man_with_Delusions_of_Military_Command_-_WGA08633.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = ''Man with Delusions of Military Command'' by [[Théodore Géricault]] | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Delusion]]s | |||
| onset = Middle to late adulthood | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[stress]], [[substance abuse]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]] | |||
| differential = [[Schizophrenia]], [[bipolar disorder]], [[schizoaffective disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antipsychotic]]s, [[psychotherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Delusional disorder''' is a type of serious mental illness called a "psychosis" in which a person cannot tell what is real from what is imagined. The main feature of this disorder is the presence of delusions, which are unshakable beliefs in something untrue. | '''Delusional disorder''' is a type of serious mental illness called a "psychosis" in which a person cannot tell what is real from what is imagined. The main feature of this disorder is the presence of delusions, which are unshakable beliefs in something untrue. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
People with delusional disorder experience non-bizarre delusions, which involve situations that could occur in real life, such as being followed, poisoned, deceived, conspired against, or loved from a distance. These delusions usually involve the misinterpretation of perceptions or experiences. In reality, however, the situations are either not true at all or highly exaggerated. | People with delusional disorder experience non-bizarre delusions, which involve situations that could occur in real life, such as being followed, poisoned, deceived, conspired against, or loved from a distance. These delusions usually involve the misinterpretation of perceptions or experiences. In reality, however, the situations are either not true at all or highly exaggerated. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of delusional disorder is not yet known. However, researchers believe that a combination of genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors may play a role. It is worth noting that this condition is not caused by drug or alcohol use. | The exact cause of delusional disorder is not yet known. However, researchers believe that a combination of genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors may play a role. It is worth noting that this condition is not caused by drug or alcohol use. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of delusional disorder can be challenging due to the complexity of the disorder itself. It is often diagnosed through a comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluation. | Diagnosis of delusional disorder can be challenging due to the complexity of the disorder itself. It is often diagnosed through a comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluation. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of delusional disorder most often includes medication and psychotherapy. Antipsychotic medications can be helpful, but delusions sometimes do not get better with pharmacological treatment. Since patients may not believe they have a mental health disorder, they may refuse all treatment, including psychotherapy. | Treatment of delusional disorder most often includes medication and psychotherapy. Antipsychotic medications can be helpful, but delusions sometimes do not get better with pharmacological treatment. Since patients may not believe they have a mental health disorder, they may refuse all treatment, including psychotherapy. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The outlook for people with delusional disorder varies. It is possible for individuals to recover completely and others may have residual symptoms, such as paranoia. Some people may find it difficult to lead a normal life, while others may function well in society. | The outlook for people with delusional disorder varies. It is possible for individuals to recover completely and others may have residual symptoms, such as paranoia. Some people may find it difficult to lead a normal life, while others may function well in society. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Psychosis]] | * [[Psychosis]] | ||
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* [[Psychotherapy]] | * [[Psychotherapy]] | ||
* [[Antipsychotic medication]] | * [[Antipsychotic medication]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | [[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | ||
[[Category:Psychosis]] | [[Category:Psychosis]] | ||
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| Delusional disorder | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Delusions |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Middle to late adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | Family history, stress, substance abuse |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment |
| Differential diagnosis | Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antipsychotics, psychotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Delusional disorder is a type of serious mental illness called a "psychosis" in which a person cannot tell what is real from what is imagined. The main feature of this disorder is the presence of delusions, which are unshakable beliefs in something untrue.
Symptoms[edit]
People with delusional disorder experience non-bizarre delusions, which involve situations that could occur in real life, such as being followed, poisoned, deceived, conspired against, or loved from a distance. These delusions usually involve the misinterpretation of perceptions or experiences. In reality, however, the situations are either not true at all or highly exaggerated.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of delusional disorder is not yet known. However, researchers believe that a combination of genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors may play a role. It is worth noting that this condition is not caused by drug or alcohol use.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of delusional disorder can be challenging due to the complexity of the disorder itself. It is often diagnosed through a comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluation.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of delusional disorder most often includes medication and psychotherapy. Antipsychotic medications can be helpful, but delusions sometimes do not get better with pharmacological treatment. Since patients may not believe they have a mental health disorder, they may refuse all treatment, including psychotherapy.
Prognosis[edit]
The outlook for people with delusional disorder varies. It is possible for individuals to recover completely and others may have residual symptoms, such as paranoia. Some people may find it difficult to lead a normal life, while others may function well in society.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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