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What is the definition of a delusion?
What is the definition of a delusion?
- A delusion is a type of hallucination
- A delusion is a false belief that is firmly held despite evidence to the contrary (correct)
- A delusion is a type of memory impairment
- A delusion is a type of mood disorder
Which of the following is an example of a delusion?
Which of the following is an example of a delusion?
- Feeling sad for no apparent reason
- Believing that the weather can be controlled by one's thoughts (correct)
- Remembering events that never actually happened
- Thinking that one has forgotten something important
What is the most appropriate way to respond to someone experiencing a delusion?
What is the most appropriate way to respond to someone experiencing a delusion?
- Argue with them and present evidence to prove their beliefs wrong
- Ignore their delusional beliefs and change the subject
- Agree with and reinforce their delusional beliefs
- Acknowledge their feelings and provide reassurance without reinforcing the delusion (correct)
What distinguishes a delusion from a mistaken belief?
What distinguishes a delusion from a mistaken belief?