This course will prepare clinicians to recognize symptoms of pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and prepare an assessment strategy specific to this population.  Illustrative case examples will be used to describe the essential diagnostic criteria for OCD and the use of specifiers for children and adolescents.  The presenter will also discuss contemporary research findings related to the conceptualization and clinical presentation of pediatric OCD.  We’ll conclude with a discussion on clinical interviewing and evidence-based assessment tools specific to pediatric OCD.  

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. List the essential diagnostic criteria for childhood OCD and discuss contemporary research findings related to conceptualization and clinical presentation.

2. Prepare a child and adolescent-specific assessment strategy for OCD that includes evidence-based assessment tools.