Dr. Elizabeth Vance, PsyD, LCSW
🛡️ Verified ClinicianLicensed Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist
Dr. Vance is a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic therapy pioneer with over 14 years of clinical outpatient experience. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic down-regulation techniques, and values-based emotional regulation frameworks.
What is definition of Delusions in Mental Health Conditions?
Delusions are a symptom or feature of various mental health conditions, particularly psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. They are characterized by fixed, false beliefs that are not based in reality and are not influenced by evidence or counterarguments.
Delusions may involve a range of topics, such as paranoid delusions (believing that others are plotting against you), grandiose delusions (believing you have special powers or abilities), or somatic delusions (believing you have a physical illness or condition despite evidence to the contrary).
It’s important to note that delusions are not simply a matter of having a strong belief in something, but rather are characterized by the individual’s inability to recognize the falseness of their beliefs. Delusions can significantly impact a person’s thinking, behavior, and overall functioning. Treatment for delusions typically involves a combination of medication and therapy.
