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Saint Oscar Romero
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St. Oscar Romero (1917-1980 El Salvador) struggled with scrupulosity his whole life, but when he was 49 a psychiatrist diagnosed him with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Already a priest, Romero had the humility to undergo psychoanalysis and seek counseling at a time when mental illness was spoken of only in hushed voices.
He continued to deal with his OCD throughout his life, including during his work as archbishop fighting for the rights of the oppressed, for which he was ultimately killed.
Feast Day March 24 - Read Vatican News Summary of his Life
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Articles Referencing St Oscar Romero's Mental Health Challenges
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Romero’s path to holiness included a lifelong battle with personality and mood disorders - National Catholic Register - April 13. 2017
He was diagnosed by the psychiatrist as having obsessive-compulsive personality disorder and by priests with scrupulosity - Wikipedia
A Saint Goes to Psychotherapy - June 13, 2021 - Reference Pg. 154 of book "Archbishop Oscar Romero: A Disciple Who Revealed the Glory of God" by D. Zynda
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