Paranoia - Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctor should I consult to rule out paranoia?You should consult a psychiatrist.
2. Is paranoia a debilitating condition?
Yes, paranoia can be a debilitating condition for some patients as they become afraid to step out of their homes.
3. Is depression a predictor of paranoia?
Yes, depression along with anxiety has been shown to be a risk factor for paranoia.
4. What is the frequency of paranoid thoughts?
Paranoid thoughts occur at a rate of 10% to 15% in the population; however, only 1%-2% of the population is diagnosed with the symptom.
5. What is the incidence of paranoid personality disorder?
Paranoid personality disorder occurs at a frequency of 0.5 to 2.5% in the population.
6. What are the conditions that trigger persecutory delusions?
Epilepsy, post-traumatic stress disorder, mania, depression and dementia trigger persecutory delusions or paranoia in a minority of patients.
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