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Question
Explain the following concept:
Delusions
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Solution
- Delusion occurs when an individual has a belief that is false but the individual is not ready to change it in spite of clear evidence contrary to it.
- For example, the belief that 'somebody is conspiring to kill me' even when there is no one who is making such plans.
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