delusions

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Brooks is now the chief community officer for the nonprofit, whereby he helps people break out of their delusions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

"These disorders manifest in current symptoms of unending, synergistic, and complex delusions that thwart a rational understanding of his imminent execution," his lawyers argued.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

He packed oversight commissions with appointees who would rubber-stamp his delusions of grandeur and did the same with the Kennedy Center, whose new board promptly renamed the performing arts venue for him.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

Even when he wasn't talking to AI, his delusions persisted and when he got home to his family, his manic behaviour got worse.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

I have developed a great respect for delusions and/or hallucinations—although I’m not sure which Raoul suffers from.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman