i've thought it ever since i was a little kid and when i'm with other people they tell me that other people keep on looking at me? I don't mean girls, I'm not being arrogant, I mean men as well. Am I paranoid, and do I need help? I was talking to some girls and they said they always think it as well, but that's because they're girls...
2006-06-26 03:52:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Little brother, I read my entire Psych book in college. I'm not saying i'm an expert or anything but your question reminded me of what I read.
It's not that your paranoid so don't think that. But there are alot of different things that could be going on with someone like that. People that feel that they're always being watched are either people that are hiding something ( something bad that happend to them, something they did to someone else, they lied and it tearing them apart ). Or they're people that have some form of insecurity ( something about their body bothers them and they don't want anyone else to see, I hate my hair, I have a huge zit on my face, I have to wear the same jeans today that I wore yesterday, I have bad teeth, I have a birth mark on my neck, etc. ). Or it may be that , that person has feelings of guilt, inadequacy and/or fear.
The only way you're going to know for sure what it is that's going on in your head is to seek professional help. It can be a bit costly. But what's more important to you little brother, peace of mind or a few bucks? Issues that are not addressed and taken care of develop into more serious problems when you get older.
Remember, no on is perfect. We all have something we need to work on, even me. Your not crazy, there's nothing wrong with you. I hope this helps in some way. Stay at peace little brother.
2006-06-26 04:35:12 · answer #1 · answered by ilah23 3 · 18⤊ 6⤋
No i don;t think you're paranoid. I feel the same way. But i think that people look at me all the time because I'm a heavy girl who happens to be beautiful as well and i try to dress the way thinner pretty women do around here. Not like hoe but attractive and then people think i look stupid (mostly women) because men don't usually go for the bigger women they go for the thin girls no matter how intelligent or beautiful the bigger girl is. But in your case maybe men and women look at you because you're hot and even though other men my not be gay they can't help but have an opinion. On the other hand it may only be in your head.
2006-06-26 11:06:00 · answer #2 · answered by bella_mexicana_rellena 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what you're describing may in fact be paranoia, but according to the diagnostic statistic manual (fourth edition, text revision), it is only considered paranoia or an actual diagnosis if it affects your daily functioning. If you are affected to the point where you are not functioning as you normally would (ie: going out in public because people are watching you) then it is a concern. Other than that, I think it is within normal ranges to sometimes think someone is looking at you....maybe sometimes people are and sometimes it may be you overthinking a situation...think about when you are thinking these thoughts...are you in a comfortable situation? Is there always the same part of you people are looking at or thinking about? It could be something about yourself that you are insecure with. Dig deeper within yourself and figure out what it is with you. If you are still unsure, seek counseling. they are always there for you and can maybe work out some underlying issues, if any.
2006-06-26 12:03:45 · answer #3 · answered by quaqinha 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well my friend you are right you do have people looking at you and the truth is we all do.
Big Brother is using cameras for all types of surveillance in and around buildings and business, inside every single store...
They have cameras on the highways, they have satellites (google earth) that can look and see if your car needs a new paint job...
You really are being watched and there is nothing anyone can do about it except go on with life and ignore it.
In fact some states have the cameras that take pictures of your car if you are speeding and send you a ticket in the mail !!!
Your not crazy you really are being watched !!!
2006-06-26 12:10:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are quite right,some call it people watching,maybe making a similar comparison to theirselves.When it involves members of the opposite sex they are purely fantasising.Anyway you must be a good looking and desirable person.Think about it as a compliment and simply ignore it.Best of Luck
2006-06-26 12:14:34 · answer #5 · answered by realdolby 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are being paranoid and a little egocentric to
2006-06-26 11:38:30 · answer #6 · answered by boricua_chick_21 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are probably more self consious than most people,there could be something that you like about yourself, or something you don't like about yourself that makes you think people are looking at you.
2006-06-26 10:57:28 · answer #7 · answered by janet s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good Lord, get over yourself!
2006-06-26 11:51:02 · answer #8 · answered by Digger 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its called paranoia
2006-06-26 10:55:51 · answer #9 · answered by byedabye 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're right, many women get that feeling ... but you're a guy. maybe too many female hormones in your system?
2006-06-26 22:12:21 · answer #10 · answered by Part Time Cynic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋