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Renewed Freedom Foundation for Rapid Anxiety & OCD Relief

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USC-Keck School of Medicine OCD & Related Disorders Genetic Study 

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the USC School of Medicine has launched a major study to identify the genetic causes of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders.

WHO?

Anyone ages 7 and up with symptoms or a diagnosis of OCD and related disorders are welcomed to participate.

WHAT?

Participation involves completion of an interview along with the a one time donation of a small blood sample.

WHERE?

Renewed Freedom Center

1849 Sawtelle Blvd. Ste. 543

Los Angeles, CA 90025

WHEN?

Oct. 25, 2015 @ 11am – 3pm, RSVP By: Oct 16th, 2015

@  info@renewedfreedomcenter.com or 310-268-1888

WHY?

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

Presenters!

Dr. Barbara Van Noppen-“The Role of the Family in OCD” & Dr. Jenny C. Yip-“Pediatric OCD: Treatment & Effects on School
OCD is characterized by obsessions which are unwanted thoughts, images and impulses that “pop” into a person’s mind, generate anxiety and lead to compulsions that are actions aimed to reduce the distress generated by the obsessions.

Hoarding Disorder is characterized by excessively saving items that others may view as worthless and have persistent difficulty getting rid of or parting with possessions, leading to clutter that disrupts an ability to use living or work spaces.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is characterized by thoughts about real or perceived flaws for hours each day that may cause severe emotional distress and interfere with daily functioning.

Trichotillomania is a disorder that involves recurrent, irresistible urges to pull out hair from the scalp, eyebrows or other areas of the body, despite trying to stop.

Excoriation Disorder (skin picking disorder, SPD) is characterized by repetitive touching, rubbing, scratching, picking, or digging into the skin, often in an attempt to remove small irregularities or perceived imperfections.

For more information regarding the study, please visit keck.usc.edu/pgc-ocd or contact them at cgp@usc.edu.

(All inquiries are confidential)

 

 

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USC Genetic Study on OCD & Related Disorders

USC Keck School of Medicine

 

 

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.

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OCD Southern California, an International OCD Foundation Affiliate – Fall Speaker Series

Saturday, October 17, 2015

Long Beach, California

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

3:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m.: opportunity to meet the speakers and ask questions

All day opportunity to enroll in the USC OCD genetic study!

Speakers

Jim Hatton, PhD                                                                     Karen Pickett, LMFT

          Arie Winograd, LMFT                                                             Chris Trondsen

          Barbara Van Noppen, PhD                                                   Wendy Mueller

Jim Sterner, LMFT

The conference is open to the general public

Registration will open September 14, 2015

Donation:  $10 individual / $20 family

Cash or Check Only at the Door

No one turned away for lack of funds 

Free lunch guaranteed for those who RSVP online by October 10th

OCD Southern California is proud to present our First Annual Fall Speakers Series. Seven experts in the field of OCD will speak about OCD and related disorders.  Topics to be covered include: OCD, Dealing with Anger, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Skin Picking, Family Dynamics, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Hoarding, PANDAS, Generalized Anxiety, online support groups and OCD resources

ocdsocal.org                                                                                    info@ocdsocal.org

562-888-1623

Unitarian Universalist Church of Long Beach

5450 East Atherton Street

Long Beach, CA 90815

Official Flyer

TO RSVP CLICK HERE

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Come Walk with Us on October 10 2015 – NAMI WALK

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.