Definition:
Delusions of reference refers to the strongly held belief that random events, objects, behaviors of others, etc. have a particular and unusual significance to oneself.
Delusions of reference refers to the strongly held belief that random events, objects, behaviors of others, etc. have a particular and unusual significance to oneself.
When less firmly held or organized, these beliefs are called ideas of reference.
Examples:
A person might believe that secret messages about him are broadcast in a weekly television show, to the point where he would record the programs and watch them again and again.
