Is it normal i believe people watch me?

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Ever since I was in elementary school, I've had a weird belief that people (especially those who play a big role in my life at the time) are watching me. I don't really know how, sometimes maybe by a camera that I can't see, or through a window when it's dark out, or if I'm in a crowded area. It happens with my close friends, those who I strongly dislike, crushes, family, people I've known that have died... Etc. sometimes I can't even gather the courage to go to the bathroom or take a shower for fear they are watching. A few times I've even gone as far as talking to them.
What I most fear about it (besides the simple fact that it's plain creepy) is how I believe that while they watch me, they judge my every move or thought. The whole situation drives me insane and it's terribly upsetting.
I understand how it might sound crazy to some people, and how it's probably not (but may be) normal, but no matter what I continue to believe it. My brain won't accept any other answer. I truly do believe people stalk me.
Is this normal?

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  • seekelp
    9 years ago

    Talk to a therapist.

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  • Jnana
    9 years ago

    Do you have any mental illness in your family, like anxiety or paranoia?

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  • daydreamer394
    9 years ago

    I am exactly the same. If you'd like to, can we talk about this?
    There's no way I can mention it to anyone. Do you feel like you're being watched right now? Because I do. I don't know when this started.
    I act how I would if that person was watching me, and sometimes my decisions and opinions are affected by that person.
    I kind of know they're not there, but at the same time I'm certain of it... that doesn't even make sense.
    Could it have been sparked by a situation? Are you lonely?

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    • Cilantroqueen
      9 years ago

      Wow! It's great to here someone I can relate to :)
      I do not feel anyone watching me at this exact moment, but they were only a few minutes ago.
      I also do not remember a specific event that may have triggered this. Do you?
      Loneliness could play a part, as I do get lonely very easily and often, but I still feel people watching me in very social situations.
      Also, I looked it up online and many people suggest schizophrenia or dellusional disorder as possible reasons for these thoughts. I encourage you to do some research on these as well to see if you posses any other traits of either disorder.
      If you need anyone to talk to, just know I'm here:)

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      • daydreamer394
        9 years ago

        I don't remember, but I don't think I've always been like this. Probably aged eleven or something.
        I am alone all the time, and it occurs most often when alone. When with others, I still feel watched but sometimes I forget about it.
        It's particularly enhanced after I've just met with someone. After they've left, I'll still be acting/thinking as if they're watching me, like how they'd want me to act I'd guess. (Don't know whether to laugh or cry.) Maybe it's some kind of subconscious coping mechanism (I'm extremely shy and don't get to show my true identity.)
        I have looked it up a bit. I am now quite scared. I had a family member with the same thing and it's genetic. I do relate to some of the symptoms but I don't think I actually have it. However, the question is whether it will develop into schizo, especially if circumstances exacerbate.
        I don't want to get therapy, because I feel watched and it makes me uncomfortable. Also, like I said, I'm shy, and it's much easier to write about. Oh, and also I'm convinced it's true, though it's illogical.
        Thankfully, for me personally, I don't feel watched when using the bathroom or anything... do you experience hallucinations?
        For me, I don't talk to them. I have full conversations with myself in my head, though, with the expectation they're watching. Usually it's a phase of one person at a time...

        Thank you, and likewise. If you are willing, it would be of great help to me.

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  • Gideon1997
    9 years ago

    I'm just like you but mine isn't that intense

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  • Avant-Garde
    9 years ago

    There are herbs that treat paranoia and anxiety. Spirits sometimes do linger around their loved ones. I doubt they are watching you get naked or go to the toilet. If some spirits are, give them one hell of a show! I doubt highly that people you know are monitoring you. What makes you do special that they would want to do this? Did you grow up in an abusive and controlling environment when keeping up appearances were key? Paranoia can be caused from nutritional imbalances. I suggest taking bee pollen. I take it, haven't had a bout of bizarre thinking since. It is the most nutritionally dense substance in the natural world. It has many benefits.

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