Cognitive behavioral treatment for young children with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a distressing and functionally impairing disorder that can emerge as early as age 4. Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for OCD in youth shows great promise for amelioration of symptoms and associated functional impairment. However, the empirical evidence base for the efficacy of CBT in youth has some significant limitations, particularly as related to treating the very young child with OCD. This report includes a quantitative review of existing child CBT studies to evaluate evidence for the efficacy of CBT for OCD. It identifies gaps in the literature that, when addressed, would enhance the understanding of effective treatment in pediatric OCD. Finally, it presents a proposed research agenda for addressing the unique concerns of the young child with OCD.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Freeman, JB; Choate-Summers, ML; Moore, PS; Garcia, AM; Sapyta, JJ; Leonard, HL; Franklin, ME

Published Date

  • February 1, 2007

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 61 / 3

Start / End Page

  • 337 - 343

PubMed ID

  • 17241829

Pubmed Central ID

  • PMC1894755

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0006-3223

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/j.biopsych.2006.12.015

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States