What Is the Term for a False Belief That Is

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Multiple Choice

What is the term for a false belief that is not generally shared by others in the culture and that cannot be changed despite strong evidence to the contrary?

• A) a compulsion
• B) a hallucination
• C) a delusion
• D) an obsession

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Definitions:

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)

A class of drugs typically used in the treatment of depression and anxiety by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain.

Tyramine-Free Diet

A dietary restriction that eliminates foods containing tyramine, a naturally occurring compound, to prevent adverse reactions, especially in patients taking certain types of antidepressants.

Suicidal Thoughts

Thoughts about taking one's own life, which can range from abstract thoughts about suicide to detailed planning.