Interactions of Technology and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Symptomatology in Adults: Qualitative Interview Study

This study characterizes how interactions between OCD and digital technologies manifest across established symptom domains, most notably disturbing-thought and "not-just-right" categories. Participants overwhelmingly experienced compulsive checking, reassurance-seeking, and ordering behaviors reinforced by features such as information-provision, gamification, notifications, and user interfaces. These findings highlight the clinical relevance of technology-related compulsions and suggest value in their systematic assessment, incorporation into psychoeducation, and consideration in digital design.