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Paranoid Personality Disorder Treatment in Utah
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Paranoid personality disorder (PPD) is classed as one of a group of personality disorder
types that are characterized by peculiar and irregular thinking. Individuals afflicted with
PPD suffer from a persistent baseless sense of suspicion and mistrust of other people. The
condition's onset typically occurs by the time the patient reaches young adulthood. The
disorder is believed to be more common among males than females.
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What is Paranoid Personality Disorder?
Paranoid personality disorder (PPD) is an adverse mental health condition in which a
person experiences persistent suspicion of and distrust of other people. PPD is not a
disorder of the same degree as schizophrenia and other comparatively extreme psychotic
conditions. But, PPD can be severe enough to significantly impair the individual’s ability
to function normally in interpersonal relationships at work and at home.
Paranoid Personality Disorder Symptoms
People struggling with PPD believe others are focused on trying to degrade, abuse,
threaten, or harm them. The symptoms of paranoid personality disorder may include:

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Believing that other people are lying to them.
Believing that people around them are using them.
Not believing others are trustworthy or loyal.
Imagining character attacks against them, becoming angry, and seeking revenge.
Extreme sensitivity and not taking criticism well.
Feeling ill at ease and unable to relax.
Not forgiving any slights, holding grudges indefinitely.
Withholding sharing personal information in fear people will use it against them.
Being hostile and confrontational.
Not believing their own behavior is the cause of any conflicts.
Suspecting, without grounds, that their mates are being unfaithful.
Acting distant, jealous, and controlling.
What are the Paranoid Personality Disorder Causes?
PPD is typically attributable to combined biological and psychological conditions. The
disorder is most often diagnosed in patients with close relatives who suffer from
schizophrenia, indicating a likely genetic connection between these two mental health
disorders. Contributors to PPD may also be traced to experiences during early childhood,
such as emotional or physical trauma.
Paranoid Personality Disorder Test and Diagnosis
If needed, the individual’s family doctor may conduct a complete physical exam, including
testing to detect possible physical causes of the PPD symptoms. If the medical doctor
cannot determine a physical cause of the symptoms, he/she may refer the person to a
psychiatrist or psychologist for assessment to identify a personality disorder.
Options for Paranoid Personality Disorder Treatment
The usual treatment for PPD is psychotherapy, emphasizing developing coping skills,
interpersonal skills, and stronger self-esteem. Because PPD patients, by definition, have
trust issues, they often do not cooperate with the treatment. In cases of extreme
symptoms or co-occurring disorders like depression or anxiety, treatment may include
antidepressants, antipsychotic, or anti-anxiety medications.
Can People With Paranoid Personality Disorder Get Better?
The behaviors and thought processes of people with paranoid personality disorder tend to
impact their ability to function well socially and maintain interpersonal relationships.
Their ability to stay employed long-term can also be negatively impacted. Individuals with
PPD may be more likely to engage in legal battles. PPD is a chronic condition that is likely
to persist throughout the patient’s lifetime.

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Especially for patients with this condition who reject PPD treatment, the prognosis is
frequently not very promising, and they may be unable to operate successfully in normal
day-to-day life. However, some people can be helped to function well enough to live a
normal routine daily life at work and home despite their PPD.
How to Deal with Paranoid Personality Disorder
Taking the first step to getting help can be very difficult for a person with a paranoid
personality disorder. Pathways’ caring mental health professionals are here to help you
through the admissions process. We will work with you to develop a treatment program
that can help you become a happier and more well-adjusted person with more successful
relationships.
If you would like an assessment for PPD, contact Pathways Real Life Recovery at
(801) 895-3006, or you can reach us here on the website to set an appointment
anytime.