I really think I have paranoia

[blueis]

Hi , I am seventeen, I've been having insecurities anywhere I go feel like I'm in danger or something and every time I have the thought of being successful to calm my self and to assure myself that every thing is gonna be okay then suddenly while i am thinking a negative thought enters my head that I might get killed by a stray bullet or the building is gonna collapse or someone is gonna attack me. This has been going on for the past three years, I even put a knife under my pillow or any hard object that I can use to defend myself in case anything happens and to worsen it all my dad brought home someone I have never seen in my life claiming that he is the son of his partners' friends' son . this has even worsened my trust issues and social life, I 've been a reserved person I found it hard confiding in people for the fear of betrayal , so I decided to type it anonymously.

[shoppaholicsue Star]

Hi

If you smoke marijuana - this can be a side effect. So that can be something to look at.

Even if you don't - catastrophising (which is what you are doing) is a common symptom of anxiety. Have a look at some CBT Cognitive Behaviour Therapy websites or apps which may help you to understand and regulate that behaviour.

Sue