Rationale: Delusion of Reference

A delusion is a false and fixed belief that a person holds to be true, even in the face of clear evidence to the contrary.

In mental health nursing, it is very important to identify types of delusions.

When a patient says – “The news anchor on TV is talking about me”, it means that they are interpreting ordinary events as being related to themselves.

This type of delusion is called Delusion of Reference.

In this, the patient feels that TV, radio, newspapers, or conversations around them are specifically directed at them, when in reality, this is not the case.

Why are the other options incorrect?

In Delusion of Grandiosity, the person believes themselves to be very great, powerful, or special, such as – “I am God” or “I have special powers”.

In Delusion of Persecution, the person feels that people want to harm them or are plotting against them.

In Delusion of Infidelity, the person without any evidence suspects their spouse of infidelity.

✅ Exam Point:
Interpreting TV, radio, or news as personally relevant is called –
➤ Delusion of Reference
This question is frequently asked in Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health.

📌 Disclaimer: This information is for nursing exam preparation and education only. For actual diagnosis and treatment, please follow standard textbooks and guidelines.

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