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People with delusions can be held responsible for actions stemming from their delusions, similar to those in love. This is because their intentional actions are framed, even if their will is not fully autonomous.

Area of Science:

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  • Psychiatry
  • Phenomenology

Background:

  • Autonomy is a complex concept, particularly in psychiatric contexts.
  • Delusional disorders present unique challenges to understanding agency and responsibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate autonomy in delusional disorders using a phenomenological approach.
  • To analyze lived autonomy and self-determination when acting on delusions.
  • To explore the conditions for responsibility in individuals with delusions.

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  • Phenomenological analysis of autonomy.
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  • Detailed case report analysis of lived experience.

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