A psychologist who specializes in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder in children was invited by the school to discuss her work. The audience consists of parents of children who are either diagnosed or suspected of having obsessive-compulsive disorder. What will this psychologist tell the parents to be looking for as a possible symptom of this disorder in this age group?

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Self-injury can be a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children, as repetitive behaviors or rituals aimed at reducing anxiety can sometimes manifest as self-harming actions.

A Psychologist Who Specializes in Treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children