Sorry didn't intend to come across as patronizing.
If the OP,s paranoia was unfounded in reality then yes it would be considered psychotic. But the OP doesn't state that there has been agreement on the coworkers actions or not. He is uncertain. And also when I used the term "Full Psychotic Break"...I was referring to a state far more severe then the OP is presently.
Mossanimal..I'm very sorry if my reply to this post upset you or anyone, or was misinterpreted as anything other then intended with was a compare and contrast list for the OP to use as a touch point to help with his/her query.
I would never intentionally offend or undermine any individual on this site or anywhere mossanimal..We has been subjected to extreme ostrasization and mean bullies our whole life because of our MI...so to be insinuated to be treating another in a less than 100% sincere manner by another turning my words into angry sarcasm is very hurtful..and unkind. We're just trying to help.