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What is Paranoia
People with paranoia may feel that others are plotting against them or trying to cause them physical or emotional harm, and maybe even stealing from them. They may be unable to work with others and can be hostile or detached, leading to isolation.
Paranoia is a thought process that causes you to have an irrational suspicion or mistrust of others. People with paranoia may feel like they’re being persecuted or that someone is out to get them. They may feel the threat of physical harm even if they aren’t in danger. People with dementia sometimes have paranoia, and it also can occur in people who abuse drugs. Paranoid thoughts can also be a symptom of a mental illness or a personality disorder.
Note: Paranoia is distinct from phobias, which also involve irrational fear, but usually no blame.
Symptoms of paranoia
Everyone experiences paranoid thoughts at some point in their life, but paranoia is the constant experience of symptoms and unfounded feelings of paranoia. The symptoms of paranoia vary in severity and can interfere with all areas of life. The symptoms include:
- A constant stress or anxiety related to beliefs they have about others
- A mistrust of others
- A feeling disbelieved or misunderstood
- A feeling victimized or persecuted when there isn’t a threat
- Isolation
Mistrust of others and constant anxiety can make relationships and interactions with others difficult, causing problems with employment and personal relationships. People with paranoia may feel that others are plotting against them or trying to cause them physical or emotional harm, and maybe even stealing from them. They may be unable to work with others and can be hostile or detached, leading to isolation.
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