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193. Are You as Conscientious as You Think You Are?
No Stupid Questions
Exploring the Relationship Between OCD and Goal-Directed Personality Traits
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) consists of obsessions, which are intrusive thoughts causing anxiety, and compulsions, which are repetitive behaviors to alleviate anxiety. OCD is considered an impulse disorder where individuals are not in control of their thoughts and actions. Personality traits like grit, orderliness, and self-control are linked under conscientiousness due to being goal-directed traits. Grit involves long-term goals, self-control balances immediate gratification with long-term benefits, and orderliness supports goals through organization. While these traits focus on achieving goals, individuals with OCD struggle as they lack control over their thoughts and behaviors.
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