When you ask Dr. Ogechi “Cynthia” Onyeka about her work on The Black and Living with OCD (BLOC) Project, her entire face lights up. Onyeka is an Assistant Professor… Read more »
Building The Black and Living with OCD (BLOC) Project
OCD in Black Communities: A Researcher’s Quest for Greater Representation & Understanding
When you talk to Dr. Henry Willis, you can hear in his voice just how much his research work means to him. “I really love it,” Dr. Willis emphasized… Read more »
Grumpy Brain: A Musician’s Journey with OCD
By Jared Hoeft My name is Jared. I’m a musician, which for me includes composing, songwriting, teaching, and performing, and I suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder in the form of… Read more »
A Call for More Diverse Participation in OCD Research (and How You Can Help)
This article originally appeared in the Winter 2024 Edition of the OCD Newsletter. By Boris Litvin, MA, Matthew Riello, and Andrew Marshall, PhD OCD and related disorders research rests on… Read more »
Bridging Borders: Advocacy Across the Globe
Andrew Gottworth is an IOCDF Advocate based in Berlin who leads the IOCDF International Networking and Advocacy Group (INAG), a vibrant mix of individuals from a variety of backgrounds and… Read more »
Mapping the Regional Influences of OCD
By Caitlin Pinciotti, PhD “OCD latches onto what you value” is a phrase most of us have probably heard or said in OCD treatment. It is why we believe that… Read more »
OCD…and ADHD: An Advocate’s Treatment Experience
By Maya Tadross After years of progressing well through exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, I found myself at a standstill, unable to tackle certain symptoms attributed to OCD and… Read more »
My Acronym
On October 14th, OCD Kansas hosted one of many OCD Walks taking place across the globe. Over 60 participants came together to connect, share their stories, and make a meaningful… Read more »
Enhancing Support for Older Adults with Hoarding Disorder: Senate Aging Committee Chairman Highlights Federal Action Steps
The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) commends Senate Aging Committee Chairman Bob Casey for his recent letters to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Housing… Read more »
Join us in sending Messages of Hope this holiday season!
The holidays can be a hard time for those who are away from home to get help with their OCD. Something as simple as a card and a message from… Read more »