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delirium. A state of mental confusion,
sometimes characterized by disordered speech and often accompanied by
hallucinations.
delusions. A firmly held belief with no basis in reality — that is,
clinging to a belief even when the evidence shows that it's false.
dementia. Mental deterioration with prominent effects on memory and
behavior arising from organic causes, such as Alzheimer's disease or the
cumulative effects of small strokes.
denial. Refusal to acknowledge some aspect of reality or personal
experience.
dependence, drug. Compulsive need to take a drug or substance to
produce a desired effect or prevent unpleasant effects if use is stopped.
dependence, psychological. A strong need to rely on another person
or thing for emotional strength.
depersonalization. An alteration in the perception or experience of one's
self, so that the self is felt to be unreal, detached from reality or one's own
body or mental processes.
depression. A mood state that may be mild and short-lived or more severe
and persistent. The latter, a mood disorder, is characterized by extreme
sadness, hopelessness, lack of self-worth and discouragement. Signs and symptoms
include disruption of sleeping and eating patterns and lack of energy. Also
called clinical depression, major depression and major depressive disorder.
detoxification. The process of cleansing the body of a drug, such as
alcohol or other chemicals.
devaluation. Attributing exaggerated negative qualities to the self or
others.
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