Multiple Choice
Which of the following is true regarding the symptoms of mood disorders?
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14. Psychological Disorders
Diagnosing Psychological Disorders
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is one way in which delusions differ from normal beliefs?
A
Delusions are common in the general population and rarely cause distress.
B
Delusions are strongly held despite clear evidence to the contrary.
C
Delusions are always based on accurate perceptions of reality.
D
Delusions are easily changed when presented with new information.
Verified step by step guidance1
Step 1: Understand the definition of delusions in psychology. Delusions are fixed false beliefs that are strongly held despite clear evidence that contradicts them.
Step 2: Compare delusions to normal beliefs. Normal beliefs are typically based on evidence and can be changed when new, credible information is presented.
Step 3: Identify the key characteristic that differentiates delusions from normal beliefs: delusions persist even when there is clear evidence against them.
Step 4: Evaluate the given options by checking which one aligns with the defining feature of delusions—being strongly held despite contradictory evidence.
Step 5: Conclude that the correct distinguishing feature is that delusions are strongly held despite clear evidence to the contrary, unlike normal beliefs which are more flexible and evidence-based.
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