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Volume 13 Issue 2 (February) 2024

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Exploring the Interplay of Symptom Dimensions and Clinical Factors in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Psychiatric Treatment Center
Eswaran Sobana, Raja Dinesh Kumar, Srinivasan Lakshmanan, Murugesan Sathishkumar

Background:Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a debilitating mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. Understanding the sociodemographic profile and clinical characteristics of individuals with OCD is essential for optimizing treatment outcomes and improving quality of life.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted among 50 individuals with OCD, assessing sociodemographic variables, symptom dimensions, and quality of life using WHO Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) questionnaire.Result:The study encompassed 50 individuals with OCD, exhibiting diverse sociodemographic profiles. Contamination/washing emerged as the predominant symptom dimension, followed by aggression and mixed dimensions. Significant impairments were noted across multiple domains of quality of life. The Physical domain had a mean score of 49.04, Psychological domain 46.90, Social domain 47.98, and Environmental domain 53.34. These findings underscore the substantial burden of OCD and highlight the necessity for tailored interventions to enhance overall well-being.Conclusion:This study underscores the multifaceted nature of OCD and emphasizes the importance of personalized interventions to address individualized needs and promote optimal functioning and well-being.

 
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