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

A) mania.
B) paranoia.
C) generalized anxiety disorder.
D) egocentrism.


B
Explanation: A) Mania is hyperactivity.
B) Correct.
C) General anxiety disorder is higher levels of anxiety than normal.
D) Egocentrism is being self-centered.

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