behavioral therapy
type: Concept
narrower: ritual prevention

concepts
type: Collection
type: ConceptGroup
member: ritual prevention

ritual prevention
type: Concept
definition: Ritual prevention is a technique typically used for curbing compulsive behaviors in those with obsessivecompulsive disorder (OCD). Ritual prevention involves some stoppage of the compulsion either via a client's self-control or with a therapist's help.
broader: behavioral therapy