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The International OCD Foundation is Hosting Their First Annual Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) Online Conference! Register Today!

Register here: CLICK HERE to register for the Online BDD Conference!

The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) is hosting their first annual, Online BDD Conference on Saturday, March 16, 2024. This online conference is from 11am – 5pm ET (8am – 2pm PST)! Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), is an OCD-related disorder, meaning it falls under the OCD disorders section in the DSM-5, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. BDD shares similarities, and many differences, with OCD. BDD is when an individual does not like their appearance and often blames this dissatisfaction on one or more appearance “flaws” they see– but these “flaws” are either not seen by others or are so minor that others do not notice these flaws. The disorder is often called “body dysmorphia” in the media, but body dysmorphic disorder is the clinical term and individuals with BDD are suffering greatly about their appearance dissatisfaction.

The conference is available to both mental health professionals, who can earn up to 5.75 CEs, and those with BDD, and their supportive loved ones.

The Online BDD Conference offers an opportunity for professionals to learn how to treat individuals with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Professionals will hear from leading researchers and experts in the field and will walk away with a new understanding and practical strategies for working with those affected by BDD.

The Online BDD Conference also provides critical information to individuals, families, and loved ones affected by BDD to educate people and their families about effective treatment. The presenters for this track will be mental health professionals specializing in the treatment of BDD, individuals successful in BDD treatment, and their family and loved ones who supported them on their journey.

Registration costs:

$25 – Individuals with BDD and their Supporters

$65 – Clinicians – Up to 5.75 CE Credits Included. IOCDF Professional Members are eligible for a 15% discount. If you are unsure whether you are a member or have not received a discount code, please email conference@iocdf.org.

The full schedule will feature sessions for a variety of audiences:

  • Individuals with BDD: Those with lived experience with BDD. Programming focuses on recovery options and building motivation for treatment.
  • Family Members and Supporters: Non-professionals who have been affected by BDD in their families or other relations. Programming focuses on communication skills and effective support systems.
  • Clinicians: Professionals who treat  BDD. Programming focuses on skills training and enhancing the clinical understanding of the disorder.

Register here: CLICK HERE to register for the Online BDD Conference! We hope to see you at the event and please email us with any questions: info@ocdsocal.org. Thank you!

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New Article, “5 Things People with Body Dysmorphia Want You To Know!” Learn More About This OCD-Related Disorder!

https://www.wondermind.com/article/body-dysmorphia/

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), is an OCD-related disorder, meaning it falls under the OCD disorders section in the DSM-5, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. BDD shares similarities, and many differences, with OCD. This article is a good introduction to the disorder, featuring stories of people living with BDD.

We excited to share the article “5 Things People With Body Dysmorphia Want You To Know” by “Wondermind” (Wondermind), a mental health resource, website, and organization (a mental health ecosystem), founded by singer / actress Selena Gomez, her mom Mandy, and Daniella Pierson (Forbes’ 30 Under 30, entrepreneur who has OCD) – https://www.wondermind.com/our-story/! The interviewed featured our Vice President, Chris Trondsen, LMFT, who opened up about his personal struggles with BDD and was also featured as the clinician discussing the disorder in the section with other people’s personal experiences with the disorder.

If you, or someone you love, is interested in BDD, the article shares ‘5 things people with BDD want everyone to know!’ We hope it’s helpful! We would like to thank Selena Gomez and her team, who were incredible and clearly care so much for mental health! Also, a thank you to the journalist who interviewed Chris, Sam Brodsky, who was very knowledgeable and a pro! Click this link to view the article: https://www.wondermind.com/article/body-dysmorphia/ or the embedded link below!

5 Things People With Body Dysmorphia Want You to Know
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There Is Still Time To Register For This Weekend’s Online OCD Conference! Links Posted Here!

We look forward to having you join us for the International OCD Foundation and OCD Southern California’s Online OCD Conference happening this weekend on Saturday, October 21st and Sunday, October 22nd. Please scroll through our recent posts for more information on the conference, but here are some quick links to inform you on what is happening throughout the event!

To register for the conference, please visit: www.iocdf.org/onlineocdcon

For more information on the conference, please visit: http://ocdsocal.org/3282/ocd-socal-the-iocdf-presents-the-2023-online-ocd-conference-on-sat-october-21st-and-sun-october-22nd/

To learn more about the event’s Keynote speakers, visit: http://ocdsocal.org/3342/meet-your-online-ocd-conference-2023-keynote-speakers-voices-from-the-ocd-community/

To learn more about the “Ask The Experts: Wrap Up Q&A Panel,” go to: http://ocdsocal.org/3336/all-star-professionals-and-people-with-ocd-join-the-online-ocd-conferences-ask-the-experts-summary-qa-panel/

If you have any additional questions, please email us at: info@ocdsocal.org or info@iocdf.org. Thank you and we will see you there!

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Meet Your Online OCD Conference 2023 Keynote Speakers: “Voices From the OCD Community!”

www.iocdf.org/onlineocdcon

The Online OCD Conference, the largest virtual OCD conference on the planet, is on Saturday, October 21st and Sunday, October 22nd, from 8am to 4pm PST each day. To attend the conference, you must register at www.iocdf.org/onlineocdcon. There will be information on the event, how to register for the conference, the program with presentation times and descriptions, and more! Please email us with any questions: info@ocdsocal.org

At the conference, on Saturday, October 21st from 6 to 7pm PST, is the live keynote! This conference keynote is “Voices from the OCD Community!” These are real people, with real stories. The keynote features presenters who will share their experiences while suffering through their lowest moments with OCD. The speakers will then detail how they fought back to regain control of their lies using the tools of treatment. Additionally, they will highlight the ways their lives have vastly improved now that they are managing the disorder. Finally, attendees will have a chance to ask questions that will be answered by the keynote speakers!

Meet your 2023 Online OCD Conference keynote speakers:

Jan Stewart is a mental health and neurodiversity advocate and a parent of two children with severe anxiety and OCD, as well as additional co-occurring conditions. She has written a book: Hold on Tight: A Parent’s Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness and volunteers on several mental health boards. Her son, Andrew, will share his journey being diagnosed with OCD, autism, ADHD, Tourette’s Syndrome and learning disabilities. To learn more about Jan: About Me – Jan Stewart (janstewartauthor.com)

Uma Chaterjee is a neuroscientist, board-certified Mental Health Peer Specialist, and IOCDF Advocate. Uma has conducted award-winning research to study the effects of psychedelic-assisted therapy on comorbid OCD and PTSD across several disciplines. To learn more about Uma and her research: Hi, I’m Uma! – Uma R. Chatterjee, M.S., MHPS (umarchatterjee.com)

Valerie Andrews was diagnosed with OCD later in life and has become an IOCDF advocate to advocate for “women of age, color and faith.”  She will be joined by her husband, Melvin, to discuss how he supported his wife through difficult times. To learn more about Valerie: Why I Became An Advocate: Valerie Andrews | International OCD Foundation (iocdf.org)

Hayden and Ian Wright are a married couple who will share their experience with OCD. Ian has lived with OCD all his life but was officially diagnosed and entered treatment in 2013 at the age of 26. While Hayden does not have OCD, she has had her own struggles with anxiety disorders and was diagnosed with PTSD near the start of their relationship. Both Hayden and Ian have experienced the highs and lows of their own mental health journeys and the struggles and successes that presents to a relationship. But they have prioritized open communication and both feel that their experience has helped them become better partners and advocates for each other.

To learn more, and to register for the conference, please visit: www.iocdf.org/onlineocdcon. We look forward to seeing you there!