Scrupulosity

A form of OCD where a person obsesses about being morally or spiritually perfect

• You pray over and over because you’re afraid you didn’t do it “right.”

• You constantly confess, just in case you missed a sin.

• You feel intense guilt even when you’ve done nothing wrong.

Potential clinical implications (especially in high control settings)

• Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors may interfere with daily life.

• Spiritual practices may be avoided out of overwhelming fear.