Basic Corrections Officer: Certification Study Guide

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Which type of delusion involves believing one has a serious illness without evidence?

Grandiose Type
Somatic Type
Erotomanic Type
Persecutory Type

The correct answer is: Somatic Type

The selection of somatic type is accurate because it specifically refers to the belief that one has a serious physical illness, despite a lack of medical evidence to support this belief. Individuals experiencing somatic delusions may be preoccupied with thoughts about their health and may focus on minor bodily sensations or changes, interpreting them as signs of a severe disease. This type of delusion is rooted in a distorted perception of one’s own body and health, leading to significant distress and impairment. Grandiose type, by contrast, involves an inflated sense of self-importance or expertise, often characterized by feelings of superiority or exceptional abilities. Erotomanic type revolves around the false belief that another person, often of higher status, is in love with the individual. Persecutory type consists of the belief that one is being targeted or harassed by others. Each of these delusion types has a distinct focus that does not pertain to the belief in having a serious illness, which is why somatic type accurately identifies the condition in question.