How to Stop Being Paranoid?

Get enough sleep

Reduce caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs

Notice and challenge your thoughts

Write down what you are afraid of

Check the evidence for and against your fears

Avoid checking, reassurance-seeking, and repeated monitoring

Practice slow breathing or grounding

Keep a regular routine

Exercise regularly

Spend time with trusted people

Limit doomscrolling and social media

Focus on one task at a time

Use mindfulness or meditation

Talk to a therapist or counselor

See a doctor if symptoms are severe or sudden

Seek urgent help if you might harm yourself or someone else

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