When Patients Who Are Suffering Delusions Are Confronted with Contradictory

question 88

Multiple Choice

When patients who are suffering delusions are confronted with contradictory evidence,they

• A)defend their beliefs with conviction.
• B)concede their error but then develop new delusions.
• C)defend their beliefs but only half-heartedly,knowing they are in error.
• D)are unable to engage in coherent speech.

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Definitions:

Voyeurism

A disorder characterized by gaining sexual pleasure from observing unsuspecting individuals who are naked, in the process of disrobing, or engaging in sexual activities.

Early Ejaculation

A sexual disorder characterized by ejaculation occurring with minimal sexual stimulation and before the individual wishes it, leading to distress and/or interpersonal difficulties.

DSM-5 Criteria

The diagnostic criteria set forth in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders for classifying mental disorders.

Fetishism

A form of sexual desire in which gratification is linked to an abnormal degree to a particular object, item of clothing, part of the body, etc.