Original Articles
Prevalence and Severity of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Urban vs. Rural Populations | |
Dr. Mundada Sagar Dilip | |
Aim: The study aimed to assess the prevalence and severity of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in urban versus rural populations, examining the differences in symptom intensity and associated factors between these demographic groups. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 100 participants, equally divided between urban and rural populations. Participants were recruited from community centers and healthcare providers. The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) was utilized to confirm OCD diagnoses, and the Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) was used to evaluate symptom severity. Results: The study found that 36% of urban participants were diagnosed with OCD, compared to 22% in the rural group, indicating a significantly higher prevalence in urban areas (p < 0.05). Symptom severity, assessed through Y-BOCS, was also greater in urban participants, with higher mean scores for both obsession and compulsion severity. Factors such as chronic stress and family history were more commonly associated with OCD severity in urban populations. Conclusion: The findings reveal a higher prevalence and greater severity of OCD symptoms in urban populations compared to rural areas, highlighting the impact of environmental and lifestyle factors. These results suggest the need for targeted mental health interventions in urban settings to address the specific challenges posed by the urban environment. Further research is recommended to explore the underlying mechanisms driving these disparities in OCD prevalence and severity. |
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