The following questions are related to ‘Delusions’ at Ask the Psychologist: Online Clinical Psychologist.
This list is sorted chronologically, from newest back to earliest.
Q: I need help for my family member. She has begun thinking that people around her are trying to hurt her. She believes that a certain person that she knew and did not get along with in the past is keeping a watch on her and trying to destroy her life. The situation is starting [...]
Q: I have been dating my boyfriend for almost 5 years, but our relationship has been rocky because of his brother, who has some serious mental issues. I actually met my boyfriend’s brother, who we will call “Bill”, while working in a bar. He became a regular customer, and I knew that he wanted more [...]
Q: My husband had a “nervous breakdown” a few months ago. It started with his becoming withdrawn and suspicious about what others were saying about him. At the time, he was finishing up his degree and trying to get a job. In the end, however, he couldn’t find work. He has always been quiet and [...]
Q: About 2 years ago my boyfriend and I started having a lot of problems. Many of my boyfriend’s actions and accusations were simply not “normal.” I couldn’t even look in the direction of another man without him accusing me of flirting. This even happened with females. And, if I even so much as stuttered [...]
Q: I have a sister who just recently moved into my house because she is broke. My family and I had not seen her in 3 years until she sent us an email saying that she wanted a “private” life and to be left alone. I believe she is suffering from some sort of delusional [...]
Q: My wife was recently diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Undifferentiated Type. She is 27 years old. She was put on Haldol, Cogentin (for extrapyramidal symptoms) and Ativan (as needed). I am concerned that she may have been diagnosed incorrectly. She is clearly paranoid much of the time. For example, she refuses to touch the stove or [...]
Q: I think my wife is delusional and paranoid. She believes she is being followed by a woman (who she says is my girlfriend) as well as this woman’s friends and family. None of this is true. She also believes that these people call her a shoplifter and other derogatory things. My wife even claims [...]
