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Unlocking the Potential of Online OCD Treatment for Young People: Insights for Practitioners

Unlocking the Potential of Online OCD Treatment for Young People: Insights for Practitioners

As practitioners dedicated to improving the lives of young people, it's essential to stay informed about innovative treatment methods that can enhance our therapeutic toolbox. A recent study titled Online Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Treatment: Preliminary Results of the “OCD? Not Me!” Self-Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program for Young People offers valuable insights into the effectiveness of self-guided Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (iCBT) for young people with OCD. This blog will explore the key findings of this study and how practitioners can implement these outcomes to improve their practice.

Study Overview

The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the “OCD? Not Me!” program, an eight-stage, completely self-guided iCBT treatment for young people aged 12-18 years. This program is based on exposure and response prevention (ERP) and is designed to reduce OCD-related psychopathology. The preliminary results of this open trial are promising, showing significant reductions in OCD symptoms and severity among participants.

Key Findings

Implications for Practitioners

The findings from this study suggest that fully automated iCBT programs like “OCD? Not Me!” can be a valuable tool for increasing access to effective treatment for young people with OCD. Here are some ways practitioners can implement these outcomes:

Encouraging Further Research

While the preliminary results are encouraging, it is essential to conduct further research to replicate these findings and explore the long-term feasibility of self-guided iCBT programs. Practitioners can contribute to this effort by participating in research studies, sharing their experiences, and advocating for evidence-based practices in their communities.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Online Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Treatment: Preliminary Results of the “OCD? Not Me!” Self-Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program for Young People.


Citation: Rees, C. S., Anderson, R. A., Kane, R. T., & Finlay-Jones, A. L. (2016). Online Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Treatment: Preliminary Results of the “OCD? Not Me!” Self-Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program for Young People. JMIR Mental Health, 3(3), e29. https://doi.org/10.2196/mental.5363
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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