The IOCDF is not affiliated with any of the following studies, although we ensure that all research studies listed on this page have been reviewed and approved by an Internal… Read more »
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Social Security Disability Benefits
by Ram Meyyappan, Social Security Disability Help This article was initially published in the Winter 2014 edition of the OCD Newsletter. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Social Security Disability Benefits… Read more »
Co-Occurring OCD and Substance Use Disorder: What the Research Tells Us
by Stacey Conroy, LCSW, MPH Stacey C. Conroy LCSW, MPH is the supervisory social worker for mental health & substance abuse at the Richmond VA Medical and a clinical instructor… Read more »
Ethan S. Smith: From Couch to Keynote
One Sunday afternoon in February, I was sitting on my couch mulling over the idea of submitting for keynote. I jumped up, set up a camera on a tripod… Read more »
Guide to Starting a Support Group
Are you interested in starting a support group? While support groups are not meant to be a substitute for individual therapy, they can serve as a great step in that… Read more »
MEDIA ALERT: OCD and PANDAS not associated with premeditated violence
“PANDAS like other forms of OCD, can be characterized by fears of doing something terrible, but not acting on those fears,” says Jeff Szymanski, PhD, clinical psychologist and executive director… Read more »
Professional Membership
Already a Professional Member and looking to renew? Renew today to continue receiving benefits! Are you not yet licensed and working under supervision? Learn more about our Student/Trainee Membership benefits. … Read more »
Second Annual 1 Million Steps for OCD in Boston
Six-year-old with OCD to Grand Marshal Walk in Honor of Families Who Face Disorder BOSTON, May 27, 2014 — For the millions of people in the U.S. living with obsessive… Read more »
25 Tips for Succeeding in Your OCD Treatment
by Fred Penzel, PhD Fred Penzel, PhD is a psychologist and the executive director of Western Suffolk Psychological Services. He’s also an IOCDF Scientific & Clinical Advisory Board Member. Here,… Read more »
From the Experts
The articles in this section were written by mental health professionals and researchers who are experts in OCD and related disorders. Articles provide information to help you or your loved one… Read more »