Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 1 CE

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Course Overview: 

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex neuropsychiatric condition characterized by intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the neurobiological mechanisms underlying OCD, current and emerging treatment approaches, and the latest research on novel interventions. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how OCD manifests, how compulsive thought patterns develop, and how innovative research is shaping new therapeutic strategies. Ethical and regulatory considerations in alternative treatment research will also be covered, ensuring a comprehensive approach to this evolving field.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Examine the neurobiological mechanisms underlying Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
• Review academic research on novel interventions for compulsive thought patterns.
• Discuss ethical, regulatory, and safety considerations in research on alternative approaches.

Course Outline

1. Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Overview of OCD: Symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and subtypes.
• Neurobiological basis of OCD: Role of the cortico-striato-thalamo-cortical (CSTC) circuit.
• Current treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and pharmacology.

2. Neurobiological Mechanisms of Compulsive Thought Patterns

• Dysfunction in serotonergic pathways and excessive activity in the orbitofrontal cortex (OFC).
• Role of neuroplasticity in disrupting compulsive behavior loops.
• Effects of novel interventions on the brain’s error-detection and habit formation networks.

3. Academic Research & Clinical Findings

• Review of small-scale studies exploring alternative interventions for OCD.
• Key study: Moreno et al. (2006) – Investigating novel approaches to breaking compulsive thought loops (Journal of Clinical Psychiatry).
• Discussion of outcomes, limitations, and areas for further research.

4. Regulatory & Ethical Considerations

• Compliance with ethical guidelines in clinical research.
• Considerations for informed consent and risk management in experimental treatments.
• Future research directions and potential applications in treatment-resistant OCD.

Assessment

• 10-question multiple-choice test covering OCD neurobiology, research findings, and ethical considerations.
• Certificate of Completion available upon course completion for 1 continuing education hour.