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What is pathological jealousy or celotype

Pathological jealousy or zealotry is characterized by distrust and obsessive thoughts about a possible infidelity of the couple or by envy of certain characteristics present in a person. When this jealousy occurs in a relationship there is usually a selfish feeling of possession, under a belief that the other person belongs to us.

What is Othello Syndrome

Othello Syndrome, also called celotypic delirium, is a pathology that causes the person who suffers it to be absolutely convinced that his partner is unfaithful. The individual with this syndrome is obsessed with the idea of infidelity and shows obsessive behaviors to try to prove this idea.

Characteristics of jealous people

People suffering from pathological jealousy present a series of characteristics:

Low self-esteem: these people have feelings of inferiority and think that others are worth more than themselves, hence the fear that their partner may replace them with someone else “better”.
Introversion and lack of social skills: they are usually introverted individuals with little social contact, usually solitary and not very used to social contact.
Distrust of others: jealous people are distrustful and insecure in all areas of life, including relationships, and this generates fear of being hurt or judged.
Emotional dependence: in addition to being insecure, these people have a great need for esteem and are often very dependent on their partner.
Cognitive rigidity: jealous people tend to have inflexible and rigid thinking, with little sense of humor and little tolerance for frustration and ambiguity.

People most vulnerable to jealousy

There are some people who are more vulnerable to suffer from pathological jealousy or Othello syndrome. People who have low self-esteem, as well as a tendency to be insecure and distrustful, are more likely to suffer at some point in their lives from jealousy or unhealthy envy.

Prolonged confinement due to the pandemic has caused jealousy between siblings, pathological jealousy and zealotry or jealousy in the couple to increase markedly. This has happened because we have had to spend more time together and the difficulties in living together that can lead to problems of jealousy and envy have increased accordingly.

A professional psychologist will help you control the jealousy that can arise from a relationship with your friends, siblings or family. Online therapy has proven to be effective in teaching the person healthier behavior patterns and strategies to relate in a more assertive and trustworthy manner.

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How jealousy affects:

Pathological jealousy can deteriorate our relationship. Jealousy causes us to think negative and obsessive thoughts that interfere with the way we relate to our partner, affecting our self-esteem and mood, which can eventually lead to arguments and, eventually, to a distancing or separation.

If you feel that jealousy is affecting your relationship we can help. Our team of online psychologists is qualified to deal with couple's problems related to aspects such as jealousy, suspicion of infidelity or lack of communication. The sooner you deal with this problem with a professional, the sooner you will be able to overcome the jealousy and distrust you feel at this time.

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Sibling jealousy is a problem that affects many families and can significantly alter the well-being and family environment. Sometimes, parents find it difficult to see and understand that their children are going through a process of pathological jealousy and it is necessary for a professional to provide tools and solutions from outside to comprehensively address the problem.

If you think your children may be suffering from jealousy between siblings we can help you overcome this problem. Talking to a professional psychologist will help you learn tools and teach your children useful strategies to manage their emotions intelligently, from a more empathic perspective to ultimately control the jealousy that generates suffering in the family.

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The arrival of a new member of the family is something that never leaves the rest of the people who form the unit of coexistence indifferent. In this sense, the jealousy of the older brother is a more common element than we think and the truth is that it usually disturbs the family balance to a greater or lesser extent. That is why it is important to address this problem quickly, before it becomes unmanageable.

If you think any of your children are suffering from jealousy of their older brother, we can help you address it. Our professional psychologists are qualified to address this and other family issues. Talking to an online psychologist will provide you with educational guidelines and strategies to teach your children to relate to each other with respect, from trust and mutual understanding.

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Jealousy among friends can be common. Some of the signs that this is so can be:

Excessive interest: if your friend insists on asking you about the same issues over and over again, especially if it is related to aspects that affect you personally or are a weakness for you.
Imitation of behavior: if, suddenly, one of your friends begins to imitate your way of being or acting, she may actually be jealous or envious of one of your personality traits.
Emotional dependence: jealousy can generate emotional dependence between friends, so if you notice that your friend starts to depend on you constantly, you suspect possible jealousy.
Sensitivity on the surface: if you see that your friend is offended by anything, becomes defensive or constantly criticizes aspects that she previously considered positive, it may be a sign of jealousy.

There are times when it is necessary to have the help of a professional to overcome jealousy among friends. Talking to a professional psychologist can provide you with the strategies you need to better understand what your strengths and weaknesses are, how to boost your self-esteem and find the root of the jealousy problem and to ultimately motivate you to improve the pillars of trust and mutual understanding on which your friendship is based.

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Jealousy among professionals can significantly affect our mental health. Envy, distrust and obsessive thoughts are part of what we understand by pathological jealousy and when they occur in our work environment relations with other colleagues and our boss can deteriorate and end up causing us associated diseases such as stress, anxiety or depression.

Learning to manage professional jealousy with the help of a professional psychologist can help us improve our relationships and work performance. Through online therapy, the professional will teach you healthier ways to communicate with your colleagues, strategies for teamwork based on cooperation and trust, and other keys to learn how to be grateful and know how to manage jealousy that may arise in your work environment.

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