What should I do if I am entangled by paranoid people

Being entangled by paranoid people can be dealt with by maintaining distance, explicitly refusing, seeking third-party assistance, recording evidence, psychological counseling, and other methods. Paranoid behavior may be caused by factors such as personality disorders, emotional dependence, cognitive distortions, traumatic experiences, and mental illness.

1. Maintain distance

Reduce physical contact and social interaction with the other person, avoid being alone or in private. Boundaries can be established by adjusting lifestyle routes, changing contact information, and setting privacy permissions on social media platforms. Distance can reduce the probability of excessive attention from the other party and also decrease one's own emotional consumption.

2. Clearly refuse

Use clear and direct language to express a refusal attitude, avoiding vague or euphemistic language. For example, clearly stating that they do not wish to continue contact and requesting the other party to stop engaging in behavior. Maintain composure when refusing, avoid arguing or explaining too many details to prevent misinterpretation or triggering more intense reactions.

3. Seek third-party assistance

Seek help from family, friends, community workers, or professional organizations, and report to the police if necessary. Third party intervention can increase objectivity and security, especially when the other party engages in threatening, tracking, and other behaviors. Retain communication records, surveillance footage, and other evidence for use in legal proceedings.

4. Record Evidence

The system saves evidence such as harassment information, call records, written materials, etc., and marks key information such as time and location. The evidence chain can effectively support subsequent legal rights protection and provide a basis for psychological assessment. Pay attention to storing backups to avoid evidence being destroyed or tampered with.

5. Psychological counseling

Receive psychological counseling to deal with anxiety, fear, and other emotions, and learn skills to cope with paranoid behavior. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help adjust irrational beliefs and enhance psychological boundaries. If the other party is willing to seek treatment, it is recommended that they seek psychiatric evaluation. Long term coping requires a balance between personal psychological protection and legal means. Establish a stable social support network and regularly practice stress management. If the other party shows a tendency to self harm or injure others, they should immediately contact the police or mental crisis intervention agency. Avoid excessive empathy or attempting to change the other person, prioritize ensuring one's own safety and mental health.