Obsessive Jealousy: A Case Report

Authors

  • João Miguel Ferreira Perestrelo Centro Hospitalar de Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho
  • Diana Mota Centro Hospitalar de Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho
  • Bruno Teixeira Centro Hospitalar de Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25752/psi.7429

Keywords:

Obsessive Jealousy, Pathological Jealousy, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Abstract

Background: Jealousy is common between humans but can assume pathological characteristics.

Aims: To report a case of obsessive jealousy and to review the concept and clinical features of the condition.

Methods: A clinical cases of obsessive jealousy was obtained and a literature review of the theme was shortly surveyed.

Results and Conclusions: The clinical case presents a man with morbid jealousy with obsessive features who was hospitalized after a  suicide  attempted.  During  his  hospitalization he was medicated with fluvoxamine and clonazepam reporting a decrease of the ruminative thoughts and anxiety. A correct diagnosis  of  obsessive-compulsive  disorder (OCD) and its differentiation from a delusion,  obsessive  or  overvalued  idea  are  essential for an adequate approach and treatment.

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Published

2017-03-15

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 1 (2016)

Section

Case Reports

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