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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on OCD symptoms in young adults

Safe People

Organisation name

University of Bristol

Organisation sector

Academic Institute

Applicant name(s)

Kate NorthstoneBeca MorrellDr Alex KwongDr Rebecca Pearson

Safe Projects

Project ID

B3760

Lay summary

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms have increased over the COVID-19 pandemic in the ALSPAC cohort compared to pre-pandemic reported levels. As an anxiety disorder, it is probable that anxiety induced by fear of contamination and illness has contributed to additional or heightened obsessive behaviours during the pandemic, but it is unclear who has been most affected.

Public benefit statement

Understanding which sub-groups of the population have suffered detrimental changes in OCD may help in providing appropriate support.

Latest approval date

15/04/2021