Danny, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, falsely believes that outside forces in the form of aliens from another universe have power over him and actively influence and manipulate his actions and thoughts. These types of delusions are called delusions of:

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Delusions of being controlled involve the false belief that one's thoughts or actions are being controlled by an external force, such as aliens or the government. This is different from delusions of grandeur, which involve an inflated sense of self-importance, or delusions of persecution, which involve the belief that others are out to harm or conspire against the individual. Delusions of reference involve the false belief that others are communicating secret messages or signs to the individual.

Danny, Who Has Been Diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Falsely Believes That