Do I Have Delusions Of Grandeur?

Do you have a persistent belief that you are someone other than who you are, such as a supernatural figure or a public person, despite contrary evidence?

Do you have an inflated false belief of your own importance?

Do you dismiss or get angry at people who refuse to accept the delusional belief?

Do you struggle to get along with others because of the delusion?

Do you behave as if the belief is true?

Do you persistently try to get others to accept the belief?

Do you experience other delusions?

Is the content of the delusion impossible or implausible?

Does the delusion impact your daily life?

Based on your answers, it is unlikely that you have delusions of grandeur. A delusion is a false belief that contradicts reality. A delusion of grandeur is a person’s belief that they are someone other than they are, or that they have special abilities or powers. Delusions are often the result of a mental health disorder, but not all people who have delusions also have a mental health disorder. Several psychotic disorders can cause delusions, including schizophrenia, delirium, bipolar disorder and dementia.

Based on your answers, you may be displaying one or two symptoms related to delusions of grandeur. It is recommended to ask advice from a mental health professional. People with delusions of grandeur may be unable to tell what is real, and what is unreal. The key element of delusions of grandeur is that they are not tied to a person’s experience. For example, if a regular gambler believes he is close to winning even if he is not, he is not necessarily delusional because the belief is tied to the action. A delusion of grandeur is more like a belief that you can fly or that you are a famous person.

Unfortunately, you are displaying symptoms typically seen among individuals who have delusions of grandeur. It is of high importance to seek medical support for your symptoms. A delusion of grandeur is a false belief about one’s greatness. You may believe you are a celebrity or that you are immortal. A delusion of grandeur is more than just an inflated sense of self-importance. The person may be totally disconnected from the real world. He may continue to believe in the delusion even if presented with contradictory evidence. Therapy may help the person to learn how to cope with the delusions.