paranoid schizophrenia

Cultural  

1. A type of schizophrenia characterized by delusions of grandeur, paranoia, hallucinations, jealousy, hostility, aggressiveness, unfocused anxiety, argumentativeness, and, in severe cases, detachment from reality to the point of autism (see also autism).

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Example Sentences

Ahead of his sentencing, Calocane - who had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2020 - was assessed by Prof Nigel Blackwood, a forensic psychiatrist who provided reports to the CPS.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Matthew said he told attending officers how he believed something was wrong with Calocane, who had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia before carrying out his killings.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

During sentencing, Judge Sarah Munro KC said two psychiatrists agreed on the diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia and that Naveed had "no insight" into her mental health, diagnosis or symptoms.

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2025

Clara White said because her brother developed paranoid schizophrenia while in custody, he was moved between 16 different prisons and was not given the chance to complete such a course.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2025

Initially overjoyed to find him, they now worry about his health: Leonid has paranoid schizophrenia, managed with medication.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2025