How to Spot the 7 Traits of Paranoid Personality Disorder

Learn how to spot the 7 traits of paranoid personality disorder (PPD), straight from a leading psychologist.

In this interview, clinical psychologist Dr. Ramani Durvasula & MedCircle host Kyle Kittleson discuss...

- Why there are 7 identified traits of paranoid personality disorder
- Why there is controversy around the diagnostic & statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM - 5)
- How Dr. Ramani uses the DSM in order to drive accurate treatment
- The 7 traits of paranoid personality disorder, explained

mental health conditions include:
narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)
borderline personality disorder (BPD)
avoidant personality disorder (APD)
histrionic personality disorder (HPD)
schizoid personality disorder (SPD)
schizotypal personality disorder (STPD)
antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)
dependent personality disorder (DPD)
obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD)

[elizafrench]

She’s so well spoken and intelligent it’s actually mesmerising. She doesn’t even stutter, doesn’t need time to think. Wow.

[sunset]

1. Suspect other people are harming or deceiving them with no real evidence
2. Preoccupied with the devotion and loyal of the people around them
3. Reluctant to confide in other people because they are convinced it will be used against them
4. Read into a hidden or threatening meaning in messages that aren't truly there
5. Unforgiving and consistently bear grudges
6. Perceive people are attacking their character and others don't see it
7. Recurrent suspicion about their partner's fidelity.

[thenewname]

I have PPD, yes there can actually be a certain level of self awareness in it. What she didn't mention is that the paranoia seeps into EVERY aspect of your perspective and daily life, in any given situation your paranoia can run wild. Literally anyone or anything in existence can be seen as evil or threatening towards you; ANYTHING. The most random things can trigger my paranoia and make me angry and threatened. For a while I was convinced many people were pure evil and treating me harshly. I had a grudge against every single person I knew in my entire life, which were all my family and friends and I felt the constant need to fight back against everyone. But however I'm not always wrong, people can be complete shit and they can intentionally hurt you for little reason, sometimes to control you or assert dominance. I've been able to spot mistreatment and stand my ground against it so that's a plus

[TheKeeroop]

Omg I just can't stop watching these videos with them! She's so intelligent and the chemistry of their conversation is so nice, It just flows. Really, It's amazing to just watch it.

[AllThingsSuper]

I've been betrayed a lot, so I had this developed in me over the years.

[nicholussibisi]

Once I became self aware I immediately became calm and peaceful and avoided over thinking things...

[spiritualawakening]

This is definitely true! I deal with that on a daily basis. It’s very draining and very confusing. It’s a serious mental issue. It destroys everything around them. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[tobysirus]

Ive had this disorder since around 10 yrs old. I consider myself moderately intelligent but in a class room enviroment I was worthless because of this. I would sit and pretend to melt into the situation but in reality I was almost paralyzed with the fear that the whole class was watching my every move .Every second in a classroom was agony and nothing could be absorbed.I would never ever ask a question as I know it would be my down fall .My father was abusive and would do anything to destroy my confidence in any situation. I now know this was the trigger for this. Im glad I finally know the name for it .

[petervanderlind]

I love that Kyle always brings his own issues, it's actually kind of funny. I wish you the best Kyle.

[terranova]

I’m paranoid schizophrenic and it’s so bad. You feel like everyone is watching you no matter where you go. You can be having fun with your friends one minute then something unrelated to you triggers it and you feel like everyone is making a joke out of you. Everyone’s plotting against you and you think they’re all in on it. Be with a group of family or friends then feel like they’re all getting closer to you and feeling suffocated. This guy I just recently dated and I started talking again a few days ago after I moved a town over, blocked him from everything and changed my number a month ago. Told me the way I’m living is unhealthy and you know what I thought? I thought he was recording me and told him he was probably planning plotting to make a joke out of me again. That’s when I realized how paranoid I was. What’s the difference between how I perceive the world and those around me as opposed to someone who suffers from agoraphobia?

[shivashakti]

So much improvement with the production quality of this channel, the set, the lighting, the sound.

Dr. Ramani consistenlty rocks and her clarity is like a fine diamond. I am glad she has her own channel.

[J]

Dr. R seems like a motherly figure. She seems really genuine too I’m happy that she’s willing to help and not demonise others. Thank you Dr R

[nora_]

This sounds like someone with trauma from being raised by narcissists

[ee_tt]

She proves you can be a genius and very kind at the same time, amazing! Her clients are so blessed!

[yarnpower]

That disorder sounds exhausting to have or live with.

[kristinthehonestmommybourn]

This is my mother. Holy cow! Finally. I understand.

[giuliaform]

I'm literally getting so anxious watching these videos

[nabobgreen]

I auto like Dr Ramani vids. Blessings to all

[thebritinoz]

I wonder if bring consistently "gaslighted" by someone with narcissistic personality disorder, can lead to developing PPD? I would think it's not unreasonable if you've had your reality challenged constantly in this way.

[evanwilliamson]

I have this. I was convinced my ex wife was having an affair with HER BROTHER!! Looking back it’s madness. ’m not going to lie to you guys, it’s very hard. Very lonely. You see the world in a complete flip to the way the masses see the world.

I succumb to horrendous trauma as a kid as well as being mistreated by the authorities as well as being accused of something I didn’t do (the justice system and the police).

Basically, my limbic system is hyper-aroused to keep me alive.

Great videos! Thank you :)