Subconsciously Hamlet believes that the fairer sex is not trustworthy. Hamlet had loved Ophelia, it is clear that he loved her, and he probably felt the same way as his father about his mother. That is why when Hamlet unfortunately turns on Ophelia and it is such a brutal nature that ultimately destroys her. Hamlet obviously uses Ophelia to further disguise his madness; his actions are clearly for the benefit of Polonius, who already believes that Hamlet has gone mad for Ophelia's love. Hamlet must be held accountable for the way he treated Ophelia. Hamlet is in control of his mental faculties, but is fueled by thoughts of Gertrude's betrayal. Ophelia is the only outlet for her anger that she has to keep secret. The audience is convinced that Hamlet still loves Ophelia and the hunger for justice forces him to behave that way. This allows the audience to conclude that Hamlet is both unpleasant and yet so pleasant. The actual recognition of his love for Ophelia can only come when Hamlet realizes that she is dead and free from her tainted femininity.