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Christine Purdon is a Professor at the University of Waterloo, specializing in clinical psychology with a focus on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and therapeutic interventions. Her research emphasizes understanding symptom mechanisms, family dynamics in treatment, and improving clinical outcomes through evidence-based practices. She is affiliated with the Clinical group within the university’s faculty structure.
Her work spans experimental studies, psychometric tool development, and case analyses. Key areas include the role of attachment, fear of compassion, and family accommodation in OCD progression and treatment. Dr. Purdon’s research also explores comorbidity, cognitive distortions, and the impact of societal factors like the pandemic on mental health.
Publications highlight innovative methods such as eye-tracking studies, diary records, and multi-family therapy approaches. She has contributed to refining assessment tools like the Treatment Concerns Questionnaire and Fear of Guilt Scale.
Her research demonstrates a consistent focus on translating clinical findings into actionable therapeutic strategies, with particular attention to patient and family perspectives.
