Between Canalization and Plasticity: The Role of Obsessive–Compulsive Rituals in Evo-Devo Psychopathology

Brain Sciences 2026 Open access

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Authors: Matteo Tonna
DOI: 10.3390/brainsci16020164
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References: 11

Abstract

Current research highlights the clinical heterogeneity of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and, particularly, of OCD rituals, which are engrained in a variety of developmental pathways, psychopathological vulnerabilities, internal perturbations and external precipitating factors (Tonna, 2024; contribution 1) [...].

Fields of Study & Subjects

Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders Psychoanalysis and Psychopathology Research Anxiety Depression Psychometrics Treatment Cognitive Processes

Publication details

Journal / source
Brain Sciences
Volume
16
Issue
2
Pages
164–164
Publication date
30 January 2026
Language
EN