Abstract

Historically, racial and ethnic minority (REM) communities have faced reduced access to resources for mental and emotional health issues. While research has placed a greater emphasis on REM experiences, there is still a need to further understand the unique contextual factors surrounding mental health challenges among these marginalized groups. Research on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) among REM communities is one area in need of further evaluation. Therefore, this study is a content analysis of literature analyzing the current research focused on the intersection of REM communities and OCD experiences. The purpose of the study is to analyze OCD research among REM communities in the United States in order to support researchers and clinicians with the tools and direction needed to provide greater representation, more effective treatment, and higher quality of life for these underserved populations. Across a 21 year-span analyzed (2000-20), 47 articles were found with a focus on OCD among REM populations, with African Americans having the largest proportion of focus (27 articles, 57.4%). 8 of the 47 articles (22%) utilized ethnic identity measures, and none of the articles assessed acculturation. 11 of the articles included clinical samples, and 28 of 47 (60%) articles were funded. Utilization of OCD measures, common research topics, and implications for clinical work and future research are also examined and discussed.

Degree

MS

College and Department

Family, Home, and Social Sciences; Family Life

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https://lib.byu.edu/about/copyright/

Date Submitted

2023-12-15

Document Type

Thesis

Handle

http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/etd13088

Keywords

obsessive compulsive disorder, racial and ethnic minorities, content analysis, clinical implications

Language

english

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