Serious negative consequences associated with exposure and response prevention for obsessive-compulsive disorder: A survey of therapist attitudes and experiences.
Sophie C SchneiderLindsey KnottSandra L CepedaLynn M HanaElizabeth McIngvaleWayne K GoodmanEric A StorchPublished in: Depression and anxiety (2020)
SNC associated with ERP for OCD are rare and primarily represent unintended secondary consequences of OCD or misunderstandings regarding the process and rationale behind ERP. Improving access to ERP will require good communication with clients, families, and other professionals regarding the rationale and safety of ERP.