Paranoia is a common word that's commonly misunderstood. "S/he's so paranoid!" can be heard in everyday conversation with the same incomprehension as saying someone is "OCD" because they're organized.

Having suspicions and worries regarding loved ones is normal to a certain extent. When these fears are exaggerated and not founded on any real basis, however, these notions are termed paranoia.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Remote work, while productive, can trigger paranoia in high-achievers. The lack of in-person feedback creates a silence that ...