Erotomania: A case series

Ind Psychiatry J. 2021 Oct;30(Suppl 1):S249-S251. doi: 10.4103/0972-6748.328821. Epub 2021 Oct 22.

Abstract

Erotomania is an unusual psychotic disorder exemplified by an individual's delusions of another person being infatuated with them. The condition is usually, but not exclusively, observed in females who are shy, dependent, and sexually inexperienced. The object of the delusion is usually beyond reach, being of much higher social or financial status, already married or disinterested. We present a case series of three patients suffering from this uncommon disorder.

Keywords: Erotomania; delusion; psychosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports