Co-Morbidities of OCD

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More than half of children and adolescents with OCD have at least one associated behavioral and/or mental disorders including:

Mood disorder such as depression
Anxiety disorder
Disruptive behaviors
Attention deficit hyperactive disorder
Autism spectrum disorder
Tic disorder/Tourette syndrome
Speech and/or other developmental disorders
Bedwetting
Eating disorder (particularly in adolescents)

In order for treatment for OCD to be as effective as possible, it is important to recognize and adequately treat any co-existing condition(s) as well. Please speak to your clinician if you have any concerns about any of the above disorders.

This publication was written by the CPCMG Behavioral Mental Health Committee

Reviewed by: HB M.D., PL M.D. | 04/2024