Complications

Complication
Timeframe
Likelihood
variable
medium

OCD is associated with suicide risk, particularly in individuals with comorbid or secondary depression, hopelessness, and aggressive obsessions.[163]​[164]

In addition, children who have been prescribed selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors should be monitored closely for possible changes in suicidal ideation.​[71]

Suicide risk management

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