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Psychological interventions in obsessive compulsive disorder.
Judith Gellatly1, Christine Molloy
1School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Manchester, Manchester.
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|August 21, 2014
Summary
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) requires adequate treatment for symptom improvement. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is recommended, with nurses playing a role in recognition and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Mental Health Nursing
Background:
- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) significantly impacts quality of life and functioning.
- Untreated OCD symptoms often become chronic and may increase suicide risk.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role of psychological treatments, specifically cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), in managing OCD.
- To highlight the potential contribution of nurses in OCD recognition and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Review of National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines (2006a) on OCD management.
- Discussion of evidence supporting psychological interventions for OCD.
Main Results:
- NICE guidelines recommend psychological treatments based on CBT for OCD.
- Brief CBT forms are advised initially, with intensive forms used if needed.
- Nurses can be trained to aid in OCD recognition and treatment.
Conclusions:
- Effective treatment, particularly CBT, is crucial for managing chronic OCD symptoms.
- Nurses possess the potential to enhance OCD care through specialized training and skill utilization.
Keywords:
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