Two-faced character
The researchers said both of these were possible based on the character's behaviour and the interaction of the two personalities of Smeagol and Gollum at the same time.
But based on their discussions, the team, led by Dr Liz Sampson, concluded that Gollum displayed seven of the nine symptoms of schizoid personality disorder, including solitary habits, nervousness and paranoia.
The researchers, writing in the British Medical Journal, said: "Gollum displays pervasive maladaptive behaviour that has been present since childhood with a persistent disease course.
"His odd interest and spiteful behaviour have led to difficulty in forming friendships and distress to others.
"He fulfils seven of the nine criteria for schizoid personality disorder, and if we must label Gollum's problems we believe that this is the most likely diagnosis." --
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