This document provides information on obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) in 4 parts:
1. Introduction - OCPD is characterized by perfectionism and inflexibility. It affects 1-2% of the population.
2. Prevalence - Men are more likely to be affected than women. Those with higher education are also more likely. Comorbidity with mood/anxiety disorders is common.
3. Diagnostic Criteria - To be diagnosed requires 4 of 7 criteria related to perfectionism, orderliness, mental/interpersonal control, rigidity, and reluctance to delegate.
4. Management - Cognitive-behavioral therapy may help reduce perfectionism. Psychodynamic psychotherapy