Abstract
(1)To learn how to identify OCD in the context of COVID-19 and consider the differences between following government guidelines and OCD.(2)To consider the presentation of OCD in context of COVID-19, with regard to cognitive and behavioural processes.(3)Review factors to be considered when embarking on CBT for OCD during the pandemic.(4)Considerations in CBT for OCD, including weighing up costs and benefits of behavioural experiments or exposure tasks in light of our current understanding of the risks associated with COVID-19.
Highlights
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a new and rapidly evolving pandemic
This paper walks through the main clinical considerations when working with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in the context of COVID-19, including what to consider in the delivery of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)
People with OCD are likely to be more susceptible to the mental health impact of COVID-19
Summary
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a new and rapidly evolving pandemic. The physical consequences are well documented but mental health challenges have been less well considered (World Health Organization, 2020). (4) Considerations in CBT for OCD, including weighing up costs and benefits of behavioural experiments or exposure tasks in light of our current understanding of the risks associated with COVID-19.
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