How common are delusions in schizophrenia?

a. They are experienced by approximately 50 percent of schizophrenics.
b. Delusions are an essential feature of schizophrenia; the presence of delusions is required for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
c. Over 90 percent of those with schizophrenia experience delusions.
d. While hallucinations are a common occurrence in schizophrenia, delusions are rare.


c. Over 90 percent of those with schizophrenia experience delusions.

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