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Obessive Compulsive Personality Disorder

Written by: Jacob Palme, professor, Stockholm University
First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest version: 27 Jul 2008.

Abstract:

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder are two different psychological traits.

The correct spelling is "Obsessive" and not "Obessive".

Note that Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder are two different psychological traits. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is characterized by compulsory repeated acts like washing, checking that the door is locked, etc. Obessive Compulsive Personality Disorder is characterized by perfectionism and orderliness.

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