Obsessive love may be a sign of a serious mental health condition, and if it goes untreated, it can destroy friendships and relationships. It could also lead to other serious mental health concerns.
What are the signs of someone being obsessed with you?
What are the symptoms of obsessive love disorder?
- an overwhelming attraction to one person.
- obsessive thoughts about the person.
- feeling the need to “protect” the person you're in love with.
- possessive thoughts and actions.
- extreme jealousy over other interpersonal interactions.
- low self-esteem.
What mental illness causes obsession?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). Some people can have both obsessions and compulsions.
