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Is schizophrenia the only mental illness where the individual has delusions?
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Lots of causes: Delusions can occur from a variety of illnesses ranging from physical ones such as certain kinds of cancers, seizures, and toxic substances to pcp or high-dose stimulants or Cocaine to various severe mental disorders, including depression and mania.
Answered 10/3/2016
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