Shadows of Deceit: Exploring Othello Syndrome in the Elderly

Othello syndrome (OS) is a mental health marked by an obsession with a partner’s alleged infidelity. It is sometimes referred to as pathological jealousy or delusional jealousy. Individuals with OS may display excessive and illogical jealousy, resulting in a variety of behaviors that can be detrimental to themselves or others. Individuals with OS can be hazardous depending on the degree of their symptoms, the prevalence of additional mental health conditions, and their ability to control their impulses. OS can be observed across generations of psychiatrists in various eras of psychiatric research. The researcher found various possible potential risks and dangers related to OS in the elderly population. Organic causes were most often linked to the occurrence of delusional jealousy in psychiatric patients. In this article, the researcher highlights the overview and the in-depth exploration of the potential risks of OS among the elderly.