Understanding effective treatments for children with OCD

What works for Whom in Pediatric OCD

NIH-funded research Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital · NIH-10897265

This study is looking to find the best ways to help kids with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) by figuring out which treatments work best for different kids based on things like their age and how severe their symptoms are, so they can get the most effective help possible.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionEmma Pendleton Bradley Hospital NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Riverside, UNITED STATES)
Project IDNIH-10897265 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to improve treatment outcomes for children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) by identifying which treatment approaches work best for specific patient characteristics. By analyzing data from 27 clinical trials, the study will explore how factors like age, symptom severity, and previous treatment history influence the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The goal is to develop better strategies for matching patients to the most suitable treatment options, ultimately enhancing their recovery process.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those without a diagnosis of OCD may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective treatment plans for children suffering from OCD.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using data-driven approaches to optimize treatment matching, suggesting that this study's methodology could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Riverside, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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