In his perception of himself and others, Andy displays what a psychologist describes as paranoid beliefs. We can assume that Andy
a. is highly anxious and sees himself as weak.
b. feels inferior and sees others as his protectors.
c. is out of contact with reality and delusional.
d. believes that others are trying to exploit or harm him.
Answer: d.
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