Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

It’s worth noting that OCD is not limited to adults; it can also affect children and adolescents. In fact, early intervention is crucial to mitigate the potential long-term effects of the disorder. The “Encourage Pathways” approach, which assesses the frequency and severity of obsessions and compulsions in younger individuals, is a valuable strategy.

Children have difficulty articulating their experiences, and their obsessions and compulsions might be related to age-appropriate concerns. Therefore, using age-appropriate assessment tools and involving parents, caregivers, and teachers in the assessment process can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the child’s experience. This is precisely what we at Encourage Pathways do!