Othello Syndrome, also known as delusional jealousy, refers to the state of great and untrue suspicion that individuals have towards the people in their lives. Othello Syndrome is a psychotic disorder. This term is named after the protagonist in the famous poet and playwright William Shakespeare's “The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice.” they believe. Individuals experience the wearing effects of this situation in their daily lives and in their environment. They may even be prone to violence against themselves or their spouses.
Obsessive or delusional jealousy can be the result of insecurity and a bad sense of self. Such psychological problems can cause anxiety disorder. Symptoms of this syndrome include; doubting the partner, following and following the partner, messing with their personal accounts, belongings and messages, resorting to emotional blackmail and manipulation to control the partner, trying to isolate the partner from the environment, not accepting that the delusions of jealousy are wrong, not realizing that his thoughts are irrational, pressure and pressure against the partner. threatening, self-harming or attempting suicide.
Othello Syndrome can be caused by some psychiatric and neurological disorders. Its main causes include schizophrenia, substance and alcohol use, brain diseases and injuries, anxiety and personality disorders.
Because Othello Syndrome is a serious condition, it cannot be treated without the help of a specialist. Individuals with this syndrome have difficulty in establishing long-term relationships with the opposite sex within the framework of healthy communication. A specialist psychiatrist can investigate the root causes of the syndrome before starting treatment. Considering the clinical picture of the disease, cognitive behavioral therapy or drug therapy can be applied. The main purpose of treatment is to help individuals who suffer from delusional jealousy to overcome their feelings of insecurity and the urge to control.
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