Obsessional jealousy is a distinctive subtype of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD is a Chronic Anxiety disorder most commonly characterized by obsessive Distressing Intrusive thoughts Characteristics are: Little resistance and distress associated with obsessional thoughts

1)Anger specifically directed at spouse

2)Jealousy evident only in a committed relationship

3)Frequently monosymptomatic

4)Frequently responds at lower doses of SSRI

5)Rapid response in comparison with classical OCD

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References

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs) are a class of Antidepressants used in the treatment of depression, Anxiety disorders

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