A mental disorder in which a person has exaggerated and unwarranted suspiciousness and perhaps delusions of persecution is called:

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The description given is of a person with paranoia, which is a mental disorder characterized by persistent and unjustified mistrust and suspicion of others, often with the belief that they intend harm or malevolence. Mania is a different disorder characterized by excessively elevated or irritable mood, energy, and activity levels. General anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry and fear about everyday events and activities. Egocentrism is a personality trait characterized by a focus on oneself and one's own interests, often at the expense of others.

A Mental Disorder in Which a Person Has Exaggerated and Unwarranted