Delusions are rigidly held, idiosyncratic beliefs that are not based in reality and are not widely accepted by others in a culture or society. These beliefs often persist despite evidence to the contrary and can be a symptom of a mental health disorder, such as schizophrenia or delusional disorder.

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What Are Delusions

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What are delusions?

A) examples of disorganized speech
B) rigidly held, idiosyncratic beliefs
C) sensory experiences in the absence of external stimuli
D) lifelong convictions that are limited to one's cultural group

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