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'''Paranoia''' is an irrational fear. It can be caused by [[psychosis]] or by certain [[drugs]].

'''Paranoia''' is an irrational [[fear]]. It can be caused by [[psychosis]] or by certain [[drugs]].

Individuals with paranoid schizophrenia and persecutory delusional disorder experience what is known as persecutory delusions: an irrational, yet unshakable, belief that someone is plotting against them.  Paranoid beliefs are prevalent in many individuals and is often the cause  of disputes between individuals and society.  The most common cause of paranoia is the use of illegal drugs such as cannabis, amphetamines and cocaine all of these causing mental harm which leads to paranoia[http://www.thesite.org/healthandwellbeing/mentalhealth/otherconditions/paranoia]. As with other mental problems, paranoia may be treated by the sufferer recognising the problem and seeking medical assistance.  Treatment can be difficult as the patient often does not trust the carer.<br /><br />   

Individuals with paranoid schizophrenia and persecutory delusional disorder experience what is known as persecutory delusions: an irrational, yet unshakable, belief that someone is plotting against them.  Paranoid beliefs are prevalent in many individuals and is often the cause  of disputes between individuals and society.  The most common cause of paranoia is the use of illegal drugs such as cannabis, amphetamines and cocaine all of these causing mental harm which leads to paranoia[http://www.thesite.org/healthandwellbeing/mentalhealth/otherconditions/paranoia]. As with other mental problems, paranoia may be treated by the sufferer recognising the problem and seeking medical assistance.  Treatment can be difficult as the patient often does not trust the carer.<br /><br />   

 

[[Category:Psychiatry]]

[[Category:Psychiatry]]