Research reveals a specific brain circuit implicated in OCD

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Researchers have identified a previously unknown brain circuit implicated in obsessive-compulsive disorder. The discovery could inform future treatments that target specific brain regions, complementing psychotherapy and medication.

Treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a mental health condition characterized by distressing, uncontrollable thoughts and repetitive behaviors, has centered on psychotherapy and medication to curb symptoms. New research identifying a previously unknown brain circuit involved in OCD could be a key step toward treatments that target specific brain regions to better control the condition.