Question 27 (part 2) · LEK · Depressive syndrome
Which delusions are not present in depression?
- A. delusions of impact.
- B. delusions of sin.
- C. delusions of guilt.
- D. nihilistic delusions.
- E. delusions of low self-worth.
Hint
Depressive delusions are mood-congruent themes of guilt, worthlessness and doom — which listed theme belongs to schizophrenia instead?
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