Perestrelo, JMMota, DTeixeira, B2017-05-292017-05-292016Psilogos. 2016; 14(1): 84-882182-3146http://hdl.handle.net/10400.10/1863Background: Jealousy is common between humans but can assume pathological characteristics. Aims: To report a case of obsessive jealousy and to review the concept and clinical features of the condition. Methods: A clinical cases of obsessive jealousy was obtained and a literature review of the theme was shortly surveyed. Results and Conclusions: The clinical case presents a man with morbid jealousy with obsessive features who was hospitalized after a suicide attempted. During his hospitalization he was medicated with fluvoxamine and clonazepam reporting a decrease of the ruminative thoughts and anxiety. A correct diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and its differentiation from a delusion, obsessive or overvalued idea are essential for an adequate approach and treatment.engObsessive-compulsive disorderPerturbação obsessivo-compulsivaJealousyCiúmesjournal article