Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

Megan Riley

DefinitionObsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder is

characterized by excessive orderliness, perfectionism, rules, and the need for control.

Symptoms

Devotion to work that impairs social and family activities

Fixation with lists, rules, and minor detailsPerfectionism that interferes with finishing tasksRigid following of ethical and moral codesLack of generosityShowing rigidity or stubbornnessUnwillingness to assign tasks to others unless

they’re done exactly their way

Causes

There is no single cause for OCPD Theories suggest the person may have had parents

who were overly protective or controlling Theses traits may have developed as a way of avoiding

punishment, in an effort to be “perfect” or “obedient” Genetics may also have an influence, but this isn’t

proven Cultural factors may also play a role: strict societies or

religions

Treatments Psychotherapy- the goal of this is to lessen high

expectations and teach the person to value relationships and fun.

Medicine- serotonin reuptake inhibitors are used in addition to psychotherapy, by helping the person be less focused on minor details and decrease rigidity

Relaxation- breathing and relaxation may help reduce anxiety and the sense of urgency associated with OCPD

Media

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmt3RfwFIS4

(2:17)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az662DXicJU

(2:28)

Bibliography

http://psychcentral.com/disorders/obsessive-compulsive-personality-disorder-symptoms/

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000942.htm