Basic Corrections Officer: Certification Practice

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Which type of delusional disorder involves the belief that someone of higher status is in love with the individual experiencing the delusion?

Grandiose Type
Jealous Type
Persecutory Type
Erotomanic Type

The correct answer is: Erotomanic Type

The type of delusional disorder that involves the belief that someone of higher status is in love with the individual experiencing the delusion is known as the erotomanic type. Individuals with this disorder are convinced that another person, often a celebrity or someone with significant social status, has romantic feelings for them. This belief is held firmly despite evidence to the contrary and can lead to behaviors such as stalking or persistent attempts to communicate with the perceived love interest. In contrast, the other types of delusional disorders include those focused on inflated self-importance in the grandiose type, feelings of jealousy regarding a partner's fidelity in the jealous type, and the belief of being persecuted or harassed in the persecutory type. Each of these typologies has unique characteristics that distinguish them from erotomanic delusions, highlighting the specific nature of the belief in higher-status romantic interest in the associated disorder.