Studies on religious Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), which has become a significant area of focus in psychotherapy in recent years, are presented through a systematic review that aims to shed new light on the literature. In the article authored by Dr. Clinical Psychologist Taha Burak Toprak, and Clinical Psychologist Hanne Nur Özçelik, and published in Springer, the conceptual nuances, diagnosis, and unique differences in conceptualization and interventions during the treatment of religious OCD are analyzed. Additionally, the article discusses the specialized tools required to monitor the pathology’s prognosis and addresses the limitations of existing studies, all within the framework of a systematic review.

This review comprehensively examines the current therapeutic approaches to this specific subtype of OCD. It notes that techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) are effective in treating these obsessions but emphasizes the need for more randomized controlled trials.

The research highlights that treating religious OCD requires specialized expertise and provides essential guidance for clinicians and researchers to advance in this area. Furthermore, it underscores the importance of implementing therapeutic methods in a way that respects individuals’ religious beliefs.

This study is a valuable resource for psychologists and mental health professionals seeking to understand the limitations and potential of therapeutic methods for addressing religious obsessions.

You can access the article, which shares critical findings for practitioners, through the following link:

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12144-024-06040-2#citeas