5 Steps Toward Managing OCD in Youth

After a diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in a child, it might seem intuitive to modify family routines and/or participate in rituals to reduce the child’s distress. Evidence shows this actually leads to greater avoidance and can make a child more isolated and unable to break out of their compulsive behavior patterns. Instead, consider the steps outlined in this handout to build understanding and problem-solve together.