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Confusing Formatting[edit]

The formatting on the types of delusions seems to split between two different styles: listing general descriptions of delusions and giving specific insight into delusions. I am new to Wikipedia editing, so I am avoiding changing anything that requires a higher levels of understanding to inform the general public. However, if anyone of better qualification sees this, I would recommend deleting the general listings and instead furthering the number of delusions with in-depth research. LightningKing72 (talk) 19:26, 30 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Transgender[edit]

The listed descriptive characteristics of "Delusion" might well reasonably apply to the phenomenon of people experiencing transgender ideation or tendencies. Is there any non-political reason these two conditions should not be linked for cross-reference? Yes, it's a third-rail concept, but intellectual honesty often flies in the face of personal comfort. 71.197.121.170 (talk) 23:37, 16 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, there is. We have no reliable sources connecting the two. Read WP:OR and do not try to insert your own opinions into Wikipedia articles. --Hob Gadling (talk) 08:29, 17 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Oh, and before you ask: Right-wing wackjobs such as Republican politicians and the Murdoch Empire do not count as reliable sources. --Hob Gadling (talk) 08:55, 17 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]