Hello Dee: I'm sorry I don't know the answer to your question.

I'm an older person &, as I've aged, I've noticed that I am developing a certain paranoia. And I also sometimes imagine I can sense "evil spirits " around me although I know it's just an illusion. I don't believe in any such thing.

I've struggled with anxiety pretty-much my whole life. So I presume what I'm experiencing is most likely an outgrowth of that.
Anyway... I see this is your first post here on PC. So...

to PsychCentral… from the Skeezyks!

May the time you spend here be of benefit.
PsychCentral is a great place to get information as well as support for mental health issues. The more you post, & reply to other members’ posts, the more a part of the community you will become.

Plus there are social groups you can join & chat rooms where you’ll be able to connect with other PC members in real time (once your first 5 posts have been reviewed & approved.) Lots of great stuff! So please keep posting!