In the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, paranoia can settle in like a shadow, darkening every corner of a survivor’s life. What once seemed like intuition now feels like an unrelenting sense of dread, a constant fear that betrayal and manipulation are lurking around every corner. This state of hypervigilance, born from the manipulative tactics of abuse perpetrators, can leave even…
Paranoia
Paranoia is a psychological state characterized by persistent, unfounded suspicion and mistrust of others. It is a distorted cognitive pattern where benign intentions or events are interpreted as malevolent or threatening. This distorted perception leads to pervasive anxiety, defensive behaviors, and often social isolation as the individual constructs elaborate mental frameworks to justify their beliefs.