Why Does Paranoia Happen?

What is Paranoia?

It is like being very scared and not trusting others. It happens when someone feels they're better than others because of their status or religion, and then they treat people badly.

Symptoms

1) Differs from hallucinations and personality problems. 2) Makes people overly cautious and unable to trust others. 3) Commonly involves a fear of being targeted or harmed by others.

Causes

1) This could be due to brain chemistry or genetics. 2) Triggered by trauma, stress, betrayal, defeat, or substance use.   3) Alcohol, drugs, or losing control can lead to paranoid thoughts.