Martin Believes That He Was Sent to Earth to Save

question 124

Multiple Choice

Martin believes that he was sent to earth to save humankind.He says that he regularly hears the voice of God describing his mission.His appearance is dishevelled, and he often speaks incoherently.He has experienced these symptoms for the past seven months.Based on this information, what disorder does Martin most likely have?

• A)delusional disorder
• B)schizophrenia
• C)brief psychotic disorder
• D)schizophreniform disorder

---

Definitions:

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a comprehensive classification of officially recognized psychiatric disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association.

Other Specified Feeding Or Eating Disorder

Presentations of an eating disorder that cause clinically significant distress or impairment but do not meet the full diagnostic criteria for any of the eating disorders otherwise identified.

Diagnosable Psychiatric Disorder

A mental disorder that meets standardized criteria set forth in diagnostic manuals such as the DSM or ICD, making it officially recognizable by professionals.

Partial-syndrome Eating Disorders

Eating disorders that do not meet the full criteria for disorders like anorexia or bulimia yet still present significant health risks.