Posted by karen_kay on May 16, 2004, at 19:55:05
In reply to Obsessive Compulsive Personality, posted by Questionmark on May 13, 2004, at 9:36:40
well, i've been dx with it. i think mostly because i explained certain 'rituals' i have (don't we all? apparently bubba doesn't think so). and i make lists. of groceries, or things to do, ect. and if that list doesn't look right, then i have to make a new one. i prefer to think i'm thorough and tidy. and i'm stubborn and don't like to work with others (they ruin my creativity). so, i think i have reasons for my behaivors at least, right???? as for being ethical or having morales, well that doesn't really apply to me. and i'm horrible with money.
but, i have noticed a marked improvement since beginning therapy. cbt. as my memory keeps improving (thank god!) i find i don't need to keep as many lists. but, when i do make them, i still correct and revise the lists. and at the very least, i've noticed my anxiety level has gone down tremendously. but, i still have my shower ritual. but, that's just so i leave the conditioner in my hair for a long amount of time. is that really so bad?
it's not really something i've actively worked on. and i still hate working with other people, unless i can have everything my way! and i still plan more than i actually do, i guess. hmmm, maybe i really haven't improved that much? but, i prefer to think i'm quirky and there's not a thing wrong with my personality.
here's a site with some info, if you are interested...
http://www.mentalhealth.com/dis1/p21-pe10.html
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