Delirium of Disease

Delusions of illness or Delusions of hypochondria

Represents beliefs about the presence of some kind of dangerous physical disease. In fact, delusion itself can manifest itself in various brain diseases and emotional disorders. Therefore, it is not a separate independent pathology.

In addition, it can be caused by various drugs, including tranquilizers and antipsychotics. Their use may be accompanied by hallucinations of bodily content. Other delusional ideas may also arise. In this case, they talk about symptomatic delirium.

Psychogenic phobias are usually accompanied by fear and anxiety due to