Induced delusional disorder: A case series

Phenomenon of induced delusional disorder has a relatively long, controversial history of conceptualization. It is a rare entity and goes undiagnosed mostly as only the primary partner is brought to clinical attention. We present a case series of induced delusional disorder with different presentati...

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Published inIndustrial psychiatry journal Vol. 30; no. 3; pp. 263 - 266
Main Authors Shailaja, B, Gupta, Nishtha, Davis, Supriya, Dhamija, Sana, Chaudhury, Suprakash
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published India Wolters Kluwer India Pvt. Ltd 01.10.2021
Medknow Publications and Media Pvt. Ltd
Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd
Wolters Kluwer - Medknow
Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
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Case Series
Delusional disorder
Delusions
olfactory hallucinations
shared delusions
somatic hallucinations
somatic hallucinations
Olfactory hallucinations
shared delusions
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Summary:Phenomenon of induced delusional disorder has a relatively long, controversial history of conceptualization. It is a rare entity and goes undiagnosed mostly as only the primary partner is brought to clinical attention. We present a case series of induced delusional disorder with different presentations. For effective management, understanding the dynamics of relationship shared by the partners and addressing the biopsychosocial factors are crucial. Failure to adhere to treatment poses additional challenge in these cases.
ISSN:0972-6748
0976-2795
DOI:10.4103/0972-6748.328825