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Towards Remission and Full Recovery From Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllCiusss de L'Est de l'Île de Montréal
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disabling psychiatric illness that is characterized by distressing obsessional thoughts and time-consuming compulsive rituals. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a first-line psychological treatment of choice that requires patients to face their fears by being exposed to feared stimuli. This treatment has been shown to reduce symptoms in a significant proportion of patients. However, it is considered a difficult treatment and only a minority reach remission. Residual symptoms typically remain, or reappear after treatment, which is a risk for relapse. Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) is a promising evidence-based treatment developed to overcome these limitations. I-CBT has already been found to be as effective as ERP and significantly more acceptable and easier to adhere to. There is also evidence that I-CBT is more effec

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion criteria: 1. a primary diagnosis of OCD according to DSM-5 criteria. 2. a score ≥ 18 on the Y-BOCS 3. age ≥ 18. 4. no change in medication during the 8 weeks before treatment for antidepressants (4 weeks for anxiolytics). 5. willingness to keep medication stable while participating in the study. 6. not undergoing a concurrent psychological treatment. 7. access to a computer or phone with internet access. Exclusion criteria: 8. evidence of a high level of suicidal ideation, suicidal intent or previous suicide attempts. 9. past or present psychotic or bipolar disorder. 10. neurocognitive disorder, pervasive developmental disorder or intellectual disability of a severity judged to significantly interfere with treatment and/or requiring treatment first. 11. substance abuse disorder of a severity judged to significantly interfere with treatment and/or requiring treatment first.
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What it tests

  • Psychotherapy
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Where

1 site
Institut universitaire en santé mentale de Montréal
Montreal, Canada
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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