Prevalence of obsessive-compulsive disorder in the older person: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Year: 2024
Type: review
Study designs: Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis
Abstract: BACKGROUND: The process of aging is a phenomenon that occurs universally in all living organisms. It begins during intrauterine life and persists until death. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can significantly impact the lives of older adults, especially in their relationships with others, including spouses or partners. These relationships often involve conflicts or may be affected by the individual's OCD symptoms, such as rituals. Hence, the present study aimed to investigate the prevalence of OCD among the older person population. METHODS: index was utilized to assess heterogeneity among the studies. RESULTS: Ultimately, 10 articles meeting all the inclusion criteria had a sample size of 54,377. The estimated prevalence of OCD in the older person worldwide is 2.4% (95% confidence interval: 1.8%-3.3). The Asian continent showed the highest prevalence of OCD in the older person at 3.5% (95% confidence interval: 2.4-5.1), while the female population had an estimated prevalence of 2.7% (95% confidence interval: 1.9-3.8). As the publication year increased, there was an upward trend in the quality assessment score and the age of OCD prevalence in the older person (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION: The results of the present study indicate a high prevalence of OCD among the older person. Hence, it is advised that greater attention be directed towards this issue by experts, authorities, and health policymakers.
Source: BMC Geriatrics
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,090
OpenAlex ID: W4403733232