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Published September 3, 2015

USC Genetic Study on OCD & Related Disorders

Research has shown that genes can make some people more likely than others to develop Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders (Hoarding Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Hair Pulling Disorder/ Trichotillomania, and Skin Picking Disorder/Excoriation Disorder). Researchers at the University of Southern California are trying to find these genes. Once these genes are identified, new and improved treatments may be possible.

Do you suffer from obsessions?

Unwelcome and distressing ideas, thoughts or images that repeatedly enter your mind.

Do you suffer from compulsions?

Behaviors or acts that you feel driven to perform although you may recognize them as senseless or excessive.

If you answer YES to one or more of these questions, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE.

We invite you to join an international research study sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health. The goal of the study is to identify genes that may be related to OCD. Scientists, physicians and clinicians at the University of Southern California are leading this work. Participation involves a questionnaire, and an interview with one of our clinicians. Arrangements can be made if you live out of state.

View the flyer here..

For more information on this study, visit the Keck School of Medicine of USC or call 323.863.3995.

Published August 31, 2015

Come Walk with Us on October 10 2015 – NAMI WALK

The Southern California OCD Affiliate have joined forces to walk in support of reducing the stigma associated with OCD, increasing community support, and breaking down the barriers to getting treatment.

Please join us in spreading OCD awareness at this year’s NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) 5K Walk in Irvine on October 10, 2015.

We’re hoping to get as many team members as possible; feel free to invite your friends, family, and loved ones to participating towards this cause.

We ask that all individuals planning to participate please register with the link below. Please note, it is customary of the NAMI Walk teams to wear a t-shirt representing their team. We’re having OCD Buster shirts made per your request. The t-shirt price is $14 per shirt, and all proceeds will be dedicated to the event.

Please join us in helping individuals with OCD know that they’re not alone. We look forward to walking with you!

The Southern California OCD Affiliate

For more information click here.

Published February 28, 2014

We Need You!

We are looking forward to continuing to build the SoCal team so that we can offer more local programs and be the best resource possible for Southern California. If you’d like be a part of this growing team and you live in any of the six SoCal counties (Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, San Bernardino, Riverside or Imperial counties), please contact us at ocdsocal@gmail.com. Opportunities to get involved will include facilitating schools outreach programs (including hoarding assistance training for community service credits for High Schoolers), facilitating media outreach, helping with fund raising and event planning, writing for the online newsletter, coordinating support groups and membership drives.

Aside – Published February 11, 2014

UCLA has an ongoing research study testing a new form of therapy for individuals with social anxiety disorder. If you are interested in learning more about the study, check out the flyer or visit their Facebook page.