Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) is a
personality disorder that is characterized by a general
psychological inflexibility, rigid conformity to rules and
procedures, perfectionism, and excessive orderliness.
Obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) is often confused
with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). While the names sound
similar, these are actually two quite different disorders. Those
who are suffering from OCPD do not generally feel the need to
repeatedly perform ritualistic actions (such as excessive
hand-washing), while this is a common symptom of OCD. Instead,
people with OCPD tend to stress perfectionism above all else, and
feel anxious when they perceive that things aren't "right".
People with OCPD may hoard money, keep their home perfectly
organized, or be anxious about delegating tasks for fear that they
won't be completed correctly. There are few moral grey areas for a
person with OCPD; actions and beliefs are either completely right,
or absolutely wrong. As might be expected, interpersonal
relationships are difficult because of the excessive demands placed
on friends, romantic partners, and children.