People with OCPD are preoccupied with rules, orderliness, and control.
They tend to exhibit perfectionism, rigidity, and a high focus on details.
Though there are some similarities betweenOCPD and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), they are separate and distinct conditions.
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It is possible for a person to have both conditions.
Read on to learn more about the features of OCPD and how it can lead to feelings of anger.
This fixation can lead to a number of symptoms.
Anger Outbursts
People with OCPD may experience intense frustration or anger.
Inflexibility
Inflexibility, rigidity, and control are some of the defining characteristics of OCPD.
They may also have inflexible views on morality and ethics that they expect others to adhere to.
The high level of inflexibility held by people with OCPD can also cause problems withpersonal and professional relationships.
Indecisiveness
The indecisiveness associated with OCPD often stems from perfectionism.
People with OCPD take care to avoid making mistakes or being wrong, even by their own standards.
The inability to do something perfectly can lead to tasks or activities not being completed at all.
This perfectionism can be projected onto others as well.
People with OCPD often experience inner turmoil that may not be noticeable to others.
The inability to meet their own standards can cause self-hatred and disappointment in themselves.
Dichotomous thinking (thinking in absolutes like good or bad, without an in-between) is common in OCPD.
Other
Other characteristics of OCPD include:
How Is OCPD Diagnosed?
Medication and therapy may be used together.
People with OCPD tend to exhibit perfectionism, rigidity, and an intense focus on details.
People with OCPD can have difficulty managing their emotions, particularly when their routines or order are disrupted.
This can lead to getting upset,anger, or outbursts.
However, treatments such as therapy can help ease inner turmoil and improve relationships.
In the moment, relaxation exercises andanger management strategiesmay help.
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