Pathological-Morbid Jealousy

Pathological jealousy, also known as morbid jealousy, Othello syndrome or delusional jealousy, is a psychological disorder in which a person is preoccupied with the thought that their spouse or sexual partner is being unfaithful without having any real proof, along with socially unacceptable or abnormal behaviour

 

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Wiki Number: PW125
Diagnosis: Morbid or Pathological Jealousy
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Symptoms: thinking a partner is unfaithful with no proof, but carrying jealous actions. Shakespeare’s “Othello” kills his wife in a jealous rage.
Progression: thoughts become obsessive; believe the partner is taking sexual stimulants or unfaithful during (his) own sleep, older men –
Causes: Triggered by sexual infidelity in men; emotional infidelity in women. Muslim “honor killings” of family are not mentioned.
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  • Mixed signals: Romantic jealousy and ambivalence in relationships
    by Mirna Đurić on December 16, 2024

    Ambivalence (i.e., "mixed feelings") is a common and consequential experience in romantic relationships, but not much is known about which aspects of relationships are likely to elicit it. We investigated whether romantic jealousy (experienced by the individual and perceived in one's partner) is associated with stronger ambivalence toward the partner. Four studies (N = 1,466; participants from the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands) employing cross-sectional, daily diary,...

  • Harold Ridley and the Invention of the Intraocular Lens: a Reappraisal: Harold Ridley and the Invention of the Intraocular Lens
    by Robert K Maloney on December 10, 2024

    Harold Ridley permanently implanted the first intraocular lens (IOL) in 1950. The widely accepted narrative is that Ridley and his invention received a hostile reception from Stewart Duke-Elder and other ophthalmic thought leaders. Ridley suffered greatly but was eventually vindicated as later IOL designs were widely accepted. This narrative casts Ridley as a prophetic innovator who suffered and eventually triumphed against the forces of animosity, jealousy and close-mindedness arrayed against...

  • Jealousy's stroke: Othello syndrome following a percheron artery infarct
    by Ghita Hjiej on December 5, 2024

    CONCLUSION: Othello syndrome represents a challenging post-stroke complication, highlighting the intricate relationship between neurological damage and psychiatric manifestations. Recognizing and promptly addressing this syndrome is crucial, given its potential for dangerous outcomes.

  • Nurse-surgeons in the Australian public health system: A descriptive quantitative survey
    by Tenber Grota on December 4, 2024

    CONCLUSIONS: Nurse-surgeons have been practicing in Australia for decades, yet no standard training and credentialing pathway exist for them. This study identified the various roles, non-standard training, and perceptions of nurse-surgeons in the Australian public health system. The findings of this study will have an impact on policymakers and stakeholders to develop standard national credentialing pathway for nurse-surgeons in Australia to enhance clinical practices and ensure a consistent...