Control freak
Control Freak
Control freak (/kənˈtroʊl friːk/) is a term used to describe a person who attempts to dictate how everything around them is done. The term was first used in the late 20th century, and is thought to originate from the psychoanalytic theory of Sigmund Freud.
Etymology
The term "control freak" is of English origin. The word "control" comes from the Middle English "controllen", which means "to check or verify", and "freak" is a term used to describe a person who is obsessively enthusiastic or passionate about something.
Definition
A control freak is a person who feels an obsessive need to exercise control over themselves and others and to take command of any situation. This can often lead to problems in interpersonal relationships, as the need for control can be seen as overbearing or intrusive.
Related Terms
- Perfectionism: A personality trait characterized by a person's striving for flawlessness and setting high performance standards, accompanied by critical self-evaluations and concerns regarding others' evaluations.
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): A mental disorder in which a person feels the need to perform certain routines repeatedly (compulsions), or has certain thoughts repeatedly (obsessions).
- Micromanagement: A management style whereby a manager closely observes and controls the work of their employees, often to an excessive degree.
- Authoritarianism: A form of government characterized by strong central power and limited political freedoms.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Control freak
- Wikipedia's article - Control freak
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