What is Scrupulosity? A form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involving religious or moral obsessions. Scrupulous individuals are overly concerned that something they thought or did might be a sin or other violation of religious or moral doctrine.
Is scrupulosity a mental illness?
Scrupulosity is a psychological disorder primarily characterized by pathological guilt or obsession associated with moral or religious issues that is often accompanied by compulsive moral or religious observance and is highly distressing and maladaptive.
How do you know if you have scrupulosity?
Symptoms of Scrupulosity
- Repetitive thoughts about being sinful, dishonest, or lacking integrity.
- Ruminating about past mistakes, errors, or possible sinful behavior.
- Excessive fear of the possibility of committing blasphemy.
- Excessive focus of religious and moral perfection.
