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1"Oedipus Complex" may refer to:
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3* UsefulNotes/OedipusComplex: A UsefulNotes page about the Freudian term.
4* ChildSupplantsParent: A child wants to overthrow, replace, or supersede their parent. Formerly called Oedipus Complex.
5* DaddysGirl: A female character adores and is adored by her father, sometimes to the point of competing with their mother/making their mother jealous.
6* ExtremelyProtectiveChild: A person who is fiercely protective of their parent(s), often a man towards his mother.
7* HatesTheirParent: A child doesn't like their parent(s).
8* IncestSubtext: Implied romantic or sexual feelings between family members.
9* JealousParent: A parent is jealous of their own child for getting all their partner's attention.
10* LikeParentLikeSpouse: A child's love interest is reminiscent of their parent. May or may not imply incestuous feelings toward said parent.
11* MommasBoy: A male character who expresses their love and adoration for their mom a lot, often by being affectionate towards them or allowing the mom to run their lives.
12* ParentalIncest: Actual romantic or sexual feelings/relations between parent(al figures) and their children.
13* ReferencedBy.OedipusTheKing: Direct references other works make to ''Theatre/OedipusTheKing''.
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