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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder.

More common than narcissism.

People with personality disorders don't change, [/quote]

I have never heard this about ocpd.  Can you explain ? [/quote]

There is a wealth of information about OCPD online. Important point:  OCPD is NOT the same as OCD!  Per Cleveland Clinic:

What is obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD)?

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) is a mental health condition that causes an extensive preoccupation with perfectionism, organization and control. These behaviors and thought patterns interfere with completing tasks and maintaining relationships. People with OCPD have rigid beliefs and specific ways of doing different tasks. They don’t allow for any flexibility and are unable to compromise with others. People with OCPD often don’t realize their behavior and way of thinking are problematic.

What is the difference between OCD and OCPD?

Even though they sound similar, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are different conditions.

OCD is an anxiety disorder in which you have frequent unwanted and intrusive thoughts (obsessions) that cause you to perform repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Examples of compulsions include flipping a light switch a certain number of times or repeatedly washing your hands.
People with OCD usually are aware that the condition is causing their behavior and accept that they need professional help to treat it.

[b]People with OCPD usually have little, if any, self-awareness of their behaviors.[/b]

Who does obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) affect?

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder usually begins in your late teens or early 20s. It’s more common in adults whose highest education level is high school graduation or less.

How common is OCPD?
Studies suggest that OCPD is the most common personality disorder in the general population in the United States. It affects 3% to 8% of adults.

What are the symptoms of OCPD?
The main sign of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is a pervasive preoccupation (obsession) with order, perfectionism, control and specific ways of doing things. These behaviors make it difficult to complete tasks and cause issues with relationships. Symptoms of OCPD usually begin by early adulthood.

A person with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) may:

Be preoccupied with and insist on details, rules, lists, order and organization.
Have perfectionism that interferes with completing tasks.
Have excessive devotion to work and productivity. This results in neglecting hobbies and spending less time with loved ones.
Have excessive doubt and indecisiveness.
Use extreme caution to avoid what they perceive to be failure.
Be rigid and stubborn in their beliefs and ways of doing things.
Be unwilling to compromise.
Be unwilling to throw out broken or worthless objects, even if they have no sentimental value.
Have difficulty working with others or delegating tasks unless they agree to do things exactly as the person wants.
Frequently become overly fixated on a single idea, task or belief.
Perceive everything as “black or white” (dichotomous thinking).
Have difficulty coping with criticism.
Over-focus on flaws in other people.

At a glance, people with OCPD usually appear confident, organized and high-achieving. Their exacting standards may even benefit them in certain jobs. However, their inability to compromise or change their behaviors usually negatively affects their relationships.

How is OCPD diagnosed?

OCPD can be difficult to diagnose, as most people with a personality disorder don’t think there’s a problem with their behavior or way of thinking. When they do seek help, it’s often because of anxiety or depression due to the problems created by their personality disorder, such as losing their job or relationships, not the disorder itself.

Outlook / Prognosis
What is the prognosis for OCPD?
The prognosis (outlook) for OCPD depends on if it’s treated or not. Left untreated, OCPD may result in:

Poor relationships.
Occupational difficulties.
Impaired social functioning.

The loved ones of people with OCPD often experience stress, depression and isolation. It’s important to take care of your mental health and seek help if you’re experiencing these symptoms.

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