Odd syndromes

Question 1

What is Capgras syndrome?

Answer 1

Irrational belief that someone they know has been replaced by an imposter

(occurs in Alzheimer’s)

Question 2

What is a Fregoli delusion?

Answer 2

Irrational belief that people are the same person in disguise

Question 3

What is factitious disorder (Munchhausen syndrome)?

Answer 3

Someone deceives others by appearing sick

Question 4

What is erotomania?

Answer 4

Delusion in which a person believes another person is in love with them (this person is usually of a higher social status)

Question 5

What is Folie à deux?

Answer 5

Aka shared delusional disorder

Symptoms of a delusional belief are transmitted from one individual to another

Question 6

What is Orthello syndrome?

Answer 6

Delusional jealousy, usually believing their partner is being unfaithful

Question 7

What is Charles Bonnet syndrome?

Answer 7

Peripheral visual impairment causes visual hallucinations