Exploring the Psychological Symptoms and Multidimensional Interventions Used for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Case Study

Obsessive- Compulsive Disorder also commonly known as OCD is a chronic or long-term psychological condition. The disorder is characterized by the presence of obsessions and compulsions. Obsession are basically persistent, unwanted and intrusive thoughts, urges or mental images that causes anxiety, distress or fear as well on the other hand compulsions are repetitive or ritualistic behaviours or mental acts that are performed in order to reduce the anxiety. The disorder can be understood through depiction of behaviours such as fear of contamination, excessive checking, ordering, symmetry or intrusive thoughts of harm to oneself or to others. The main objective of the case study is to provide a comprehensive evaluation of the disorder, i.e., Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), understand the case in an in depth level through evaluating the client’s case history and presenting complaints and as a result developing a multidimensional treatment approach specifically tailored to the needs of the client presented in the case study. The study also depicts the important role of client’s motivation and willingness as well as social support from family in improving the condition and better management of symptoms. The present case throws light upon Mr. S. B (pseudonym) who is a 35-year-old man who was diagnosed with OCD at the age of 20years. His predominant symptoms were fear of contamination, fear of harm and excessive cleaning behaviours. It can also be derived from the study that accurate diagnosis, consistent therapeutic intervention and family support acts as an essential factor in facilitating recovery. Multidimensional therapeutic intervention used in this case included Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy as an effective management of OCD symptoms and restoring daily functioning.