Classical challenges for students with obsessive compulsive disorder and supportive strategies for educators

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the challenges children with obsessive compulsive disorder face within the classroom setting and to determine effective strategies that educators can use to identify children with obsessive compulsive disorder and assist them to succeed academically, socially, and personally. This study included a comprehensive review and critical analysis of research and literature associated with obsessive compulsive disorder and classroom management. A summary was presented and conclusions and recommendations were made in order to provide educators with a list of identification and supportive strategies that can be used to assist students with obsessive compulsive disorder. Although many adults diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder have reported experiencing symptoms of the illness in childhood, its prevalence in children has been largely unexplored. The lift altering effects obsessive compulsive disorder symptoms produce and the coexisting disorders that accompany it makes early intervention and management crucial. It is necessary for educators to be able to recognize and understand the symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder in children and be able to apply supportive strategies to assist students who may be suffering from this disease.