Overall, audiences responded positively to "Symptoms of Love," praising the acting, script, and exploration of complex themes. Many viewers highlighted Omeche's performance, with some noting her chemistry with Kenzy. Several commenters appreciated the film's handling of unrequited feelings and the nuanced portrayal of trauma's impact on the characters, with one writing that the movie's message is "very deep." Some viewers expressed sympathy for the character of Dr. Amos.