Obsessive-compulsive Personality Disorder Treatment in Saudi Arabia

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) is a mental health condition characterized by a chronic preoccupation with rules, orderliness, and control. Individuals with OCPD have a pervasive pattern of striving for perfection and maintaining strict standards in their activities, which often leads to inefficiency and difficulty completing tasks. Unlike Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), where individuals have unwanted repetitive thoughts and behaviors, those with OCPD believe their actions have purpose and necessity, even though these actions can cause dysfunction in their personal and professional lives.

Symptoms of OCPD include a preoccupation with details, lists, and organization to the extent that the major point of the activity is lost. Individuals may exhibit perfectionism that interferes with task completion, an excessive dedication to work at the expense of social activities and relationships, and an inability to delegate tasks to others due to fear that others will not do it "correctly." They tend to be rigid and stubborn, often insisting that others conform to their way of doing things. Emotional expression is typically restricted, leading to difficulty in establishing warm and affectionate relationships.

Treatment for OCPD often involves psychotherapy, with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) being a common approach to help individuals recognize and change their dysfunctional thought patterns and behaviors. Mindfulness and relaxation techniques can also be beneficial in managing symptoms. In some cases, medication such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may be prescribed to help reduce anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Consulting with a mental health professional is essential to develop a personalized treatment plan, as the needs of individuals with OCPD can vary significantly. With effective treatment, individuals can learn to balance their desire for order with more flexible and adaptive behaviors, leading to improved relationships and quality of life.

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Bashair Saud AlTabbaa

Psychiatry
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JAMILH ALI ALABDULY

Psychology
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Zikra Yahya Alawi

Psychology
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Azhar Mohammed Bashar Sabouni

Psychology
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Owid Sultan Albuqami

Psychology
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Aisha Ali

Psychology
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Dr. ABDELBASET AHMED MOHAMED ABDALLAH

Psychology
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Alaa Hussien Alhazmi

Psychology
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Nuha Nawaf

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 69 SAR
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Eman Mohammad Salim Dehlavi

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 69 SAR
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Haya Sultan

Psychology
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Amani Bakhashab

Psychology
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MONA ALZUMAN

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 138 SAR
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Munirah AlKahtani

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SENIOR SPECIALISTConsultation Price 138 SAR
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Arwa Mohammad Alghanim

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 138 SAR
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HAMAD FAHAD ALDOSARI

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 299 SAR
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Rahaf Alnufaie

Psychology
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 230 SAR
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Khalid Mohammed Al Hubaysh

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
NON MEDICAL - SPECIALISTConsultation Price 138 SAR

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