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6/14/13<br />

Examples of In-Group ERP Cont.<br />

What Else Besides ERP<br />

<br />

Repeating Compulsions: Go for a group walk<br />

around clinic, <strong>and</strong> continue walking when<br />

triggered to repeat an action<br />

Hoarding: Have everyone in group bring in 1<br />

item to be discarded<br />

<br />

Excessive cleaning rituals: Bring in tooth brush<br />

<strong>and</strong> brush for a very limited amount of time<br />

<br />

Discussions on various topics:<br />

*Dealing with family/friends/employers<br />

*Feelings of shame<br />

*Acceptance<br />

*Psychoeducation<br />

*Family meeting<br />

*Coping with anxiety during ERP<br />

Special Considerations<br />

What Advice Would You<br />

Give to Professionals<br />

<br />

No reassurance!<br />

<br />

“Be non-judgmental”<br />

<br />

H<strong>and</strong>ling disruptive group members<br />

<br />

“Be supportive”<br />

<br />

<br />

What if someone expresses thoughts of suicide<br />

How to deal with medication questions<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

“Make the group members feel comfortable”<br />

“There’s value in being accountable to a group”<br />

The role of humor: be respectful<br />

SUNDAY<br />

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