I think I am paranoid. How do i tell?

Answer 1

Maybe it's not paranoia, maybe we're all out to get you.

You should consult a counselor actually.

Answer 2

More information would be needed to answer this question, but I can tell you that most paranoid people don't question whether they are paranoid. They rarely assume that the problem is with them.

Instead, they assume that their suspicions are correct and that others really are laughing at them, spreading rumors or lies about them, conspiring against them, planning to do them harm, or otherwise attempting to sabotage their interests and ambitions.

Paranoid people rarely accept things at face value; instead, they tend to dissect every phrase and action, looking for the harmful intent that they assume *must* be in there somewhere - and of course, because they're looking so hard for it, they always seem to find it, which they then mistake as "evidence" for their suspicions rather than understanding that they are arbitrarily imposing and attributing sinister motivations to others.

Needless to say, paranoid individuals often have serious trust issues. However, not everyone with trust issues is paranoid. Paranoia refers to a gross distortion of reality, rather than concerns that are reality-based.

Answer 3

You know if you are paranoid. For example, if you think you are being followed all of the time or sometimes, you are paranoid. If you think people are in the house, you are paranoid.

Answer 4

Diagnostic criteria for PPD (Paranoid Personality Disorder)

Mental health care providers look for at least five distinguishing symptoms in patients who they think might suffer from PPD. The first is a pattern of suspiciousness about, and distrust of, other people when there is no good reason for either. This pattern should be present from at least the time of the patient's early adulthood.

In addition to this symptom that is required in order to make the PPD diagnosis, the patient should have at least four of the following seven symptoms as listed in the DSM-IV-TR:

1. The unfounded suspicion that people want to deceive, exploit or harm the patient.

2. The pervasive belief that others are not worthy of trust or that they are not inclined to or capable of offering loyalty.

3. A fear that others will use information against the patient with the intention of harming him or her. This fear is demonstrated by a reluctance to share even harmless personal information with others.

4. The interpretation of others' innocent remarks as insulting or demeaning; or the interpretation of neutral events as presenting or conveying a threat.

5. A strong tendency not to forgive real or imagined slights and insults. People with PPD nurture grudges for a long time.

6. An angry and aggressive response in reply to imagined attacks by others. The counterattack for a perceived insult is often rapid.

7. Suspicions, in the absence of any real evidence, that a spouse or sexual partner is not sexually faithful, resulting in such repeated questions as "Where have you been?" "Whom did you see?" etc., and other types of jealous behavior.

Answer 5

If you think someone is always behind you or always out to get you then you are paranoid. Relax your not alone. I'm also paranoid.

Answer 6

If you have to ask other people about you being paranoid then you probably are

Answer 7

Paranoia is a term used by mental health specialists to describe suspiciousness (or mistrust) that is either highly exaggerated or not warranted at all. The word is often used in everyday conversation, often in anger, often incorrectly. Simple suspiciousness is not paranoia--not if it is based on past experience or expectations learned from the experience of others.

Answer 8

I need an example to know. If other people think you are irrational then you are paranoid.

Answer 9

Really, more details are needed. There are different kinds of paranoia, some helpful, some debilitating. If you are uncomfortable with your thoughts, it would suggest to me that it may be on the road to debilitating. Your best bet would be to talk to somebody you trust about it, and get their opinion. There are many treatment options out there, don't rush to meds!

Answer 10

Just because you are paranoid, it doesn't mean that they really aren't after you.

Answer 11

paranoi'a is another word for fear and scare. You might feel paranoid about a certain issue. Ask yourself if it scares you...If yes...then you are.