Helen falsely believes that others are conspiring against her, cheating her, or spying on her, and she behaves in angry, irritable, and depressed ways. Helen is exhibiting:
A) a delusional disorder.
B) a cognitive disorder.
C) delirium.
D) acute anxiety.

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Helen's belief that others are conspiring against her, cheating her, or spying on her without evidence points to delusions of persecution, which are characteristic of a delusional disorder. This disorder involves holding strong beliefs in things that are not real or true, despite evidence to the contrary.

Helen Falsely Believes That Others Are Conspiring Against Her, Cheating