- Delusions are beliefs that seem real to you, even when there's strong evidence they aren't. Paranoid delusions, also called delusions of persecution, are rooted in fear and anxiety. They might make you feel like: A coworker is trying to hurt you, like poisoning your food
- Your spouse or partner is cheating on you
- The government is spying on you
- People in your neighborhood are plotting to harass you
These beliefs can cause trouble in your relationships. And if you think that strangers are going to hu