Healing Thoughts

It’s common to take pride in being organized, detail-oriented, or hardworking. But when perfectionism becomes paralyzing, or control becomes more important than connection, it might be time to ask: Is this something more than a personality trait?

While the names are similar, OCD and OCPD are distinct disorders with different causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. And in some cases, a person may struggle with both at the same time—leading to deeply entrenched patterns of fear, rigidity, and compulsive behavior.