Author(s) :

Diya Chopra.

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Abstract :

This narrative review discusses the academic and social difficulties associated with attending school as a child diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Drawing from existing research on school aged children and their responses to conflict, this review organizes findings based on topics that examine social, emotional, and academic environments and their effects on children with and without OCD. Four themes emerged: an overview of peer relationships, conflict triggers, behavioral responses, and school experiences. Findings indicate that social and emotional challenges can impact academic outcomes in children with OCD, and behavioral impairments can impact the school experience. Synthesizing these findings highlights the importance of understanding the patterns of OCD to provide research to better support children with OCD in school environments.