Abstract
The Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry (SLJP) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published bi annually by the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists.The Journal publishes original papers, brief reports including case reports and commentaries relevant to psychiatry and allied sciences. The Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry is committed to maintaining and conforming to the editorial and ethical standards recommended by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors.Cover“Perseverance”. These tenacious fishermen in Mannar continue their livelihood despite numerous difficulties. L. N. P. Samarasinghe, Acting Consultant Psychiatrist, Base Hospital Nikaweratiya, Sri Lanka.
Highlights
Morbid jealousy has captured the interest of many in the field of psychiatry with a wide range of literature available on the subject, most notable and comprehensive being that by Shepherd [1]
Morbid jealousy is associated with dementia [11]
Morbid jealousy holds a prominent place in literature and has been used by novelists and dramatists ranging from Shakespeare to Kalki
Summary
Morbid jealousy has captured the interest of many in the field of psychiatry with a wide range of literature available on the subject, most notable and comprehensive being that by Shepherd [1]. It has been defined in various ways and the nomenclature is confusing. Morbid jealousy is associated with dementia [11]. Morbid jealousy includes a range of irrational thoughts and emotions, with associated unacceptable and abnormal behaviour. Aims To determine the prevalence of morbid jealousy in psychiatric inpatients, describe the different phenomenological forms, and range of associated behaviours
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