What does it mean for a person to be very tidy, according to psychology?

An excessively organized person has certain particular characteristics related to their personality and how they handle specific situations. In this regard, psychology has an approach to this issue that can generate curiosity in many individuals due to their striking behavior. What do specialists say about this matter?

Ana Isabel Sanz, a psychiatrist specializing in disorders, spoke with Cuidate Plus, a media outlet specializing in health issues, about the behaviors of an individual who is strict about order. "It involves placing importance on consistency in actions, daily routines, organizing objects, planning tasks, and anticipating what might happen," she emphasized. (See more: What does it mean when a person doesn't have social media, according to psychology?) However, any excess of order can cause imbalances. "Order becomes a rigid need that governs our daily lives and irritates us when it's not strictly adhered to," she clarified. "This lack of flexibility in the face of changes imposed by unexpected circumstances that disrupt the organization we sought tends to upset these "pathologically" organized people , damaging them emotionally and making it difficult for them to adapt to different areas of their environment, such as family, work, or life with themselves," she added.

What can cause obsessive-compulsive personality disorder?

According to information published by MedlinePlus, this situation originates within the family. The context and even what happens during childhood are important factors. This situation manifests itself most clearly in men, a group of individuals more affected than women.

What characteristics does a person obsessed with order have?

Cuidate Plus pointed out the main signs in an individual who suffers from this type of disorder: - They are very interested in punctuality. - They prefer to keep busy. - Individuals are quite meticulous during their work actions.

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-They want to maintain high levels of efficiency and productivity.-They are perfectionists and detail-oriented.-They tend to be polite and formal.-They are hostile toward matters considered inappropriate.