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Does antidepressants for ocd make cbt easier will it make the anxiety less

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Yes, yes: Most antidepressants have also proven track records for anxiety syndromes, including OCD. Usually they call for higher doses. They reduce the anxiety. There are studies which support the notion that CBT and medication together work better than either alone.

Answered 5/1/2016

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Combined therapy: Overall, yes - antidepressants improve symptoms and can make working in CBT easier. This is particularly the case with severe OCD, and Several studies have shown combined pharmacotherapy and cognitive behavior therapy are more effective than single treatment of either alone.

Answered 11/27/2017

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