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Objectivism does not preclude emotions. It just explains them in a different way. We think that Sheldon is basically in denial of deep seated emotions and needs, which may explain his desperate response to losing Leonard's or Amy's friendship. Objectivists would say that Sheldon has come to highly value what his relationships give him. Platonic and romantic love are commodities for trade, so losing your investment makes you feel cheated, and sometimes that will make you do anything to get back what you feel you are entitled to have. They explain it from a rational, individualistic (read: selfish) point of view.
I can see why Mayim and perhaps the writers might see Sheldon and his actions in that light, particularly in the early stages of the relationship. But I hope they don't continue in that path because typically objectivistics can only make other objectivistics happy since they share the same pragmatic, give-and-take view on romance.
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