Résumé:
This study explores Paranoia in the novel of American psycho (1991) by Bret Easton Ellis;
the main aim behind this research is to explore the impact of paranoia in the novel. This study
sheds light on the influence of materialism, and abjection as vicious effects, and their impact
in changing, as well as destroying the character’s identity, and personality.
Key terms: Paranoia, materialism, abjection, violence, murder, obsession, fear, trauma, and
dismemberment of women.