What can I do to help with paranoia?

Question

I am extremely paranoid, even with my own family. I think that they all hate me and call me behind my back. Its getting to the point where I don't want to be around anyone anymore cos I cant stand feeling this way. I go to uni and this makes the problem worse as there are people there I barely know. I have been to the doctor but all he gives me is pills, which I will not take as my mother is now stuck on various forms of anti-depressants. I cannot go to the NHS psychiatric ward as I am "not that bad" according to doctors. I can't afford for private psychiatrist and the paranoia is getting really bad now whereas I could ignore it before. Its difficult to explain but I just think that everyone hates me and I shouldnt be around my family or friends cos they might think I am an idiot etc etc..help!!

Answer 1

maybe meds will help but try a thripist first your docotor can refree u cos it hard to live life when u think this way

Answer 2

first of all, you need to find what state you are at paranoia. Most people are around a 1...maybe 2 but I'm at a 7 or 8. If you're at a 10 and you know that, you should contact your doctor.

Good Luck!

Answer 3

Well i am glad for your decision not to take antidepressants. They are VERY bad for you. I understand how you feel. I might only be 16 years old but believe me.. Ive felt the worst of the paranoia while i was on Abilify.. I never want to feel like that again. Some days I couldn't walk out on two people in a room because i thought they would talk about me .. I also used to have feelings someone was trying to kill me. You need to google natural relaxation techniquesremediesmedys.. You should also take vitamins daily to keep your body healthy if you dont already. They have helped me after i had gotten off my addiction to SSRI. My panic and anxiety are not near as bad since ive gone natural. You can email me for some natural remedies if you would like =]

Answer 4

Chill. You need to relax... you are getting far too stressed out thinking about too many things! Sit down, have a cup of tea and and think about nothing. Or think about calm things like the ocean and the sand... Don't think about anything else stressful. Close your eyes but a light fan on listen to peaceful, slow music or even intrumental and breathe... All you need to do.

lol.

:D

Answer 5

cambia casa!

Answer 6

Gemma, just don't start doing Cocaine then your paranoia will reach ridiculous levels, or pretty much any illegal drug.  

Answer 7

First things first, as your doctor has prescribed medication I suggest that you take it as its extremely horrible living with paranoia and can ruin not only your chances with relationships, but your career and your time at university.  It will also make you less of a loner within the crowd.

Then, once you have begun taking the pills, you can start to expand your horizons and socialise with a wider group of people.  Talking with them can give you a better perspective on things that are happening around you and that concern you.  Heres a tip, research the side-effects the pills may induce so that you are aware if anything is not as it should be.  Good Luck.