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Erotomania: when imagined love feels completely real

Understanding the rare delusion centered on imagined romantic love

Erotomania: when imagined love feels completely real
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07/10/2026 08:00 ‧ 19 hours ago | StarsInsider

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Mental health

Imagine being completely certain that someone is secretly in love with you, even though they have said otherwise—or barely know you at all. For someone experiencing erotomania, that belief can feel every bit as real as any genuine relationship.

But this is not simply unrequited love or an intense crush. In fact, it's a rare psychiatric condition.

Intrigued? Click through to understand what erotomania is, how it presents, and how it can be treated.

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