Third-Generation Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Narrative Review
Overview
This narrative review examines evidence for third-generation therapies, including ACT, MBT, and MCT, as complementary treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder. It summarizes findings from literature published between 2003 and 2023 regarding symptom reduction and psychological flexibility. The resource is intended for readers seeking an overview of current research limitations and future directions in this therapeutic area.
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- Pedro Rigueiro Veloso (Hospital Braga), Filipa Pereira (Hospital Braga)
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- 2025-10-10
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- 10.7759/cureus.94299
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@article{allodium:0b50e7b5f28e441f,
title = {Third-Generation Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Narrative Review},
author = {Pedro Rigueiro Veloso and Filipa Pereira},
year = {2025},
journal = {PubMed Central},
doi = {10.7759/cureus.94299},
url = {https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.94299}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - Third-Generation Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Narrative Review AU - Veloso, Pedro Rigueiro AU - Pereira, Filipa PY - 2025 PB - PubMed Central DO - 10.7759/cureus.94299 UR - https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.94299 ER -
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Veloso, P. R., & Pereira, F. (2025). Third-Generation Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Narrative Review. PubMed Central. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.94299
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