To the Editors: O bsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disabling illness characterized by recurrent intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that cause significant functional impairment (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental… Click to show full abstract
To the Editors: O bsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disabling illness characterized by recurrent intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that cause significant functional impairment (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders [Fifth Edition]). Firstline treatments include serotonin reuptake inhibitors and cognitive behavioral therapy with exposure and response prevention (EX/RP). However, more than one-third of patients do not respond to either, and less than half achieve remission (ie, minimal
               
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