ØCD: protocol for the development and evaluation of a cognitive-behavioral prevention program for obsessive-compulsive disorder

Study Overview

OCD imposes significant burdens and has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to develop and validate a prevention program for at-risk adults utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy and exposure response prevention techniques.

Methods

The study will involve a single-blind, randomized controlled trial comparing the prevention program to a waitlist control group. At-risk adults with subclinical OCD symptoms will be recruited, and the prevention program will consist of six online group sessions over three modules.

Outcomes

The primary outcomes will measure OCD symptom severity, depression and anxiety symptoms. Secondary outcomes include various psychological measures. Follow-up will be conducted to analyze the OCD diagnostic incidence using specific clinical interviews and statistical tests.

Discussion

The study aims to contribute novel data on the efficacy of OCD prevention approaches, potentially leading to the development of an evidence-based OCD prevention program.

Trial Information

The trial was approved by the University Ethical Review Authority and is registered on clinicaltrials.gov.

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