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  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of São Paulo Medical School, Rua Dr. Ovídio Pires de Campos, s/n, 05403-010, São Paulo, SP, Brazil. ecmiguel@usp.br

Molecular Psychiatry
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is heterogeneous. Reconceptualizing OCD through subtypes, symptom dimensions, and related conditions can clarify genetic links and personalize treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Genetics
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) presents with diverse and variable clinical expressions.
  • This phenotypic heterogeneity complicates research into OCD's causes and effective treatments.
  • Current conceptualizations may hinder a complete understanding of OCD's etiology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss reconceptualizations of OCD to better understand its heterogeneity.
  • To explore approaches for identifying the genetic basis of OCD.
  • To highlight the need for tailored therapeutic strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of different approaches to conceptualizing OCD phenotypes.
  • Discussion of narrowing, dimensional, and broadening approaches to OCD.

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  • Examination of epigenetic factors and associated traits/endophenotypes.

    • Main Results:

    • Heterogeneity in OCD presentation suggests a need for revised conceptual models.
    • A combined dimensional approach within subgroups is proposed for identifying heritable OCD components.
    • Epigenetic factors and endophenotypes are relevant for understanding OCD's genetic basis.

    Conclusions:

    • Reconceptualizing OCD is crucial for advancing research and clinical practice.
    • Identifying distinct, heritable components of OCD can facilitate gene discovery.
    • Developing phenotype-tailored therapies is essential for improving treatment outcomes.