Carlos Morra and Ernst Franzek: Psychopathological Symptoms
Delusions of inadequacy

Definition: False beliefs of inability to accomplish tasks and meet expectations (Griez, Faravelli and Nutt2005).

Exploration: The presence of delusions of inadequacy can be established by interviewing the patient.

Reference:

Griez EJL, Faravelli C, Nutt DJ. Mood Disorders: Clinical Management and Research Issues. West Sussex (England): Wiley: 2005, p. 82.

October 11, 2018