People who are suspicious, mistrustful, and hypersensitive to possible threats, or tricks, without any reason to be, have ________ personality disorder.

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Paranoid personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others, such that their motives are interpreted as malevolent. People with this disorder often assume that others are trying to harm or deceive them, even in the absence of any evidence to support such beliefs. They may also be guarded, defensive, and quick to anger. This can make it difficult to form lasting relationships or to function effectively in social or occupational settings.

People Who Are Suspicious, Mistrustful, and Hypersensitive to Possible Threats