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When a person believes others are trying to harm him or her, which type of ideation is present?

  • A. Hallucination
  • B. Illusion
  • C. Delusion
  • D. Delirium
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Delusion.' Delusion refers to a false belief held despite evidence to the contrary, often seen in paranoia. In this scenario, the person falsely believes that others are trying to harm them, indicating the presence of delusional ideation. Hallucination is a sensory perception without a stimulus, illusion is a misinterpretation of a real external stimulus, and delirium is a state of acute confusion and disorientation. In this case, the individual's belief of being harmed by others aligns with the definition of a delusion.