Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Pregnancy

Abstract

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

“…In the only existing randomized controlled trial in this population, Timpano and colleagues ( 2011 ) found that a cognitive-behavioral prevention program for pregnant women at risk for OCD resulted in signifi cant reductions in obsessions and compulsions during the fi rst 6 months postpartum. Case studies have also demonstrated successful treatment of perinatal OCD with CBT, either as a stand-alone treatment (Christian and Storch 2009 ) or with adjunctive pharmacotherapy (Flosnik and Khin 2012 ).…”

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

“…Patient's preference: CBT is preferred by patients with no co-morbid conditions, mild to moderate OC symptoms, or those with a preference for psychotherapy over medications [110]. Furthermore, CBT is the preferred choice for pregnant women [110].…”

“…Furthermore, CBT is the preferred choice for pregnant women [110]. CBT is highly effective for patients who did not or partially respond to treatment with psychotropic medications [111,112].…”