Undivided Conversations: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Kids
Published: Aug. 4, 2026Updated: Aug. 7, 2026
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, is a common and co-occurring disorder with many intellectual disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome. In this video, learn about the connections, treatments, and tics of OCD from therapist Madelaine Davidson and Dr. Ogechi Cynthia Onyeka, who have clinical experience working with kids who have OCD. Our experts talk about some common misconceptions about treating OCD and what parents should avoid.
To learn more about OCD, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated, read our article Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 101.
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