Question 1

can you tell me what is grandiose vs delusions of grandeur in mental health terms.?

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I don't think.there: Is much difference. Delusions of grandieur is a term used by professionals to describe unrealistic imaginary abilities someone thinks they have; i.e., "i'm superman and i can fly.".

Question 2

what are "delusions of grandeur"?

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Grandeur: Are false beliefs of one's own superiority or fame or unlimited powers.

Question 3

what could cause delusions of grandeur?

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Grandeur: Delusions of grandeur can appear in several kinds of illnesses, such as bipolar disorder in a manic episode, schizoaffective disorder, and some schizophrenics.  In the latter it might be more about technological expertise and influencing the world, etc  than expanded mood.

Question 4

want explanation of "delusions of grandeur"?

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False importance: Delusions are beliefs detached from a generally accepted "reality" as most people would define it. For example, a middle aged man thinks he is going to play for the seattle mariners, although he has never played baseball, or more extreme, a woman who believes she has been contacted by aliens to save the human race. Delusions are usually firmly held and not very amenable to change.

Question 5

what causes guys to have delusions of grandeur?

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Interesting query...: Guys, in general, are not grounded in reality the way gals are.  Tend to be more narcissistic, dream about flying, being the richest or most powerful around, have a higher self esteem (without justification) than women. When the delusions become large and guy cannot differentiate between thoughts and reality, delusions become part of psychosis (like hitler and many dictators). Testosterone, hmmmmm.

Question 6

if self confident do i suffer from delusions of grandeur ?

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No: A delusion is a fixed false belief, held despite information to the contrary.  If one is truly self-confident, there's no need for rigidly held attitudes about one's greatness or grandeur.  Authentic self confidence involves positive but realistic self-views; even when one doesn't accomplish desired goals, there is still overall faith in -- and acceptance of -- one's self and abilities.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: delusions of grandeur?

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Narcissism, delusion: Delusions of grandeur can describe a few psychological disorders including Narcissistic personality disorder, a type of delusional disorder and a type of Schizophrenia. It can also be referred to as Megalomania.  It includes feelings of superiority and may have dangerous consequences as in people like Jim Jones and Hitler who use their delusional ideas to influence people to do terrible things.

Question 8

how do grandiose and delusions of grandeur in mental health terms. differ?

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Neurotic/psychotic: "grandiosity" refers to any sense of greatness. It exists on a continuum from healthy grandiosity in growing children through a sense of expansiveness to narcissistic defensiveness. "delusions of grandeur, " like all delusions, are psychotic in the sense that they are defenses against terrors of fragmentation, self-destruction, and other forms of personal annihilation.

Question 9

are delusions of grandeur linked to mental disorder?

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Yes: Delusions of grandeur can be part of several mental disorders, such as mania, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.  Delusions are fixed, false beliefs that do not budge even when confronted with contradicting information.  So, these show lack of reality contact -- a cardinal sign of mental disorder.

Question 10

i suffer from delusions of grandeur what is this called?

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Delusional grandeur: You already know the term delusions of grandeur, but this does not define the disorder it's part of.  This symptom can be part of mania, schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia, some drug intoxications, and even certain character disorders.  It's best to work with a mental health professional on things like this.

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