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Differences between OCD and OCPD
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A study on the brain activity and behavior of people with OCD and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) shows fundamental wiring differences, such as how intrusive the thoughts are, and psychological differences, such as an enhanced ability to delay gratification in people with OCPD. It is important to highlight that OCD is very intrusive when using the term 'obsessive-compulsive'.
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The host describes his experience with taking high doses of glycine and low doses of inositol to improve his sleep and reduce anxiety.
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The host describes his experience with taking high doses of glycine and low doses of inositol to improve his sleep and reduce anxiety. While there are mixed results in the research on inositol, high doses have shown to be effective, and glycine can act as an inhibitory neurotransmitter.
ChapterDifferences between OCD and OCPD
EpisodeThe Science & Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
PodcastHuberman Lab
A study conducted on 25 people with OCD, 25 people with OCPD, 25 people with both, and 25 healthy controls found fundamental differences in wiring, behavior and psychology between OCD and OCPD.
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Summary
A study conducted on 25 people with OCD, 25 people with OCPD, 25 people with both, and 25 healthy controls found fundamental differences in wiring, behavior and psychology between OCD and OCPD. While people with OCD experience intrusive thoughts, those with OCPD show an enhanced ability to defer gratification and delay rewards.