OCD: Latest News & Research

Curated updates on OCD research and treatment news, refreshed weekly. Last updated: August 29, 2026.

This Week’s Highlights

Study reveals insights about brain regions linked to OCD, informing potential treatments. Brown University researchers found specific brain regions show heightened activity during complex tasks in people with OCD, pointing toward more targeted future therapies. (Brown University, Feb 2026) Read more: https://www.brown.edu/news/2026-02-06/ocd-brain

New OCD treatment research. An overview of current research directions in OCD treatment, including where new approaches are showing the most promise. (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) Read more: https://adaa.org/about-adaa/press-room/multimedia/new-ocd-treatment-research

Recent advances in the treatment of OCD. A newly published review summarizes emerging treatment options for OCD beyond standard SSRIs and exposure therapy. (Preprints.org, Aug 2026) Read more: https://www.preprints.org/manuscript/202508.1252