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delusion
A false belief despite contradiction by reality. A delusion is not shared by others who have the same knowledge, experience, or cultural background.
Related
delusional disorder
Specific
delusion of abandonment
delusional jealousy (Othello syndrome, delusional spouse infidelity)
phantom boarder syndrome
walking corpse syndrome; Cotard delusion
General
thought disorder
References
Saunders Manual of Medical Practice, Rakel (ed),
WB Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, pg 1145