Re: E&RP

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Deborah,

Briefly, Exposure and Response Prevention:

In the most simplistic terms, this technique involves slowly 'exposing'

the person with ocd to the things that would usually cause them to have

obsessive thoughts with fear and anxiety. The 'response prevention' part is

the client learning to resist the compulsion which would usually follow the

exposure.

For example, someone who needs to wash their hands after touching a book

would touch a book, but resist the urge to wash. Though this is very hard in

the beginning, over time it does get easier. Once the anxiety has lowered

enough for the client to touch the book, and not feel like washing, they are

ready to move on to something else!

I suggest that you look into some of the articles on the on these sites.

Both have sooooo much information!!

Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation:

Resource for information and support. http://www.ocfoundation.org

Obsessive-Compulsive and Spectrum Disorder Association:

Resource for information and support. http://www.ocdhelp.org

Your daughter might be interested in joining the teenlist. It is a good

support network for teens. My daughter has accessed it for support and

provided support to others.

Website for Teen OCD Email List: List is moderated. Dr. Jim Hatton is and 2

parents are advisors. Ages 12 to young adults are welcome.

http://www.angelfire.com/il/TeenOCD/

Keep asking questions! take care, wendy, in canada

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